Prime Minister Suga quotes from Demon Slayer during budget committee meeting
If you thought that the craze over Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba had reached incredible heights when the film adaptation topped the global box office…
Rumiko Takahashi awarded Japan’s Medal with Purple Ribbon, 10th manga-ka to receive honor
In an announcement by the Japanese government today, November 2nd, 2020, it was revealed that manga artist Rumiko Takahashi, whose works such as Inuyasha, Ranma…
Japan’s Beard Papa’s releases stuffed roasted sweet potato cream puffs for a fall flavor
Seasonally-flavored treats are a driving force of any sweets lover in Japan. In the fall, that means lots and lots of sweet potato. Whether it’s…
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[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Find the Colors of Kimetsu no Yaiba in a Garden of Illuminated Flowers
The beauty of things seasonal lie in their ephemeral nature – that fleeting moment when they can be most appreciated. There is a certain excitement…
Muji’s new soy meat lineup needs no refrigeration and is ready to serve out of the package
Japanese retailer Mujirushi Ryouhin (often shortened simply to “Muji”), translates to “no logo goods” in Japanese, a reference to the store’s theme of selling minimalist…
Hello Kitty collabs with Laid-Back Camp to present charms of Yamanashi Pref. & camping
Hello Kitty’s new hobby: camping According to her profile on her official fans site, Hello Kitty’s hobbies are “baking cookies and making pancakes; origami; foreign…
One photo shows how Japanese movie theaters cleverly deal with swarms of Demon Slayer fans
Hit anime and manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has made it even bigger in the past month with the massive success of the…
Japan’s “Mundane Halloween Party” shows off hilariously understated boring costumes
While the sprawling and sometimes chaotic celebration of Shibuya’s massive Halloween party was (relative to previous years) curved by safety protocol against COVID-19, the pandemic…
Kirby riding on a Warp Star is the cutest way to package character-inspired Japanese cosmetics
When it comes to makeup inspired by video game and anime characters, Japan has got you covered. Just recently, Shu Uemura announced their One Piece…
Eat Thor’s hammer, Captain America’s shield and other superhero dishes at Japan’s Marvel Cafe
Themed cafes are a big part of Japanese fan culture, leading to awesome menu items based on anime, movies, video games and more. Recently, a…
My Top Five Recommended Sports Manga
I think that an explanation of what sports manga are about isn’t necessary, as the name is self-explanatory. This particular genre focuses on competition and…
Snoopy in Ginza 2020 “World Photo Journey” at Mitsukoshi Ginza this Autumn
Snoopy in Ginza is one of the popular events in Japan that take place every year at Mitsukoshi Ginza. This year will be the 22nd…
Best taiyaki flavors and seasonal recommendations to try out this autumn
Taiyaki is a type of Japanese snack that has the shape of a fish. “Tabe-aruki”(食べ歩き/”eating on the move) is a popular concept in Japan. Nowadays,…
Take home Pikachu Christmas cake as part of Pokemon Cafe’s home party set for the holidays
2020 is definitely the year of the home party. As many of us have been forced to stay indoors the vast majority of the time,…
McDonalds Japan transform their classic Double Cheeseburger into a rice burger
Recently, McDonald’s Japan brought back their ‘rice burger’ range, which includes rice patties in place of buns. Rice is undeniably a staple food in Japan,…