Blade Runner-like “holographic” Coke Vision display appears outside Shibuya Station
The next time you visit Shibuya’s famous Scramble Crossing, look at the QFRONT building. In particular, you’ll want to look 131 feet above ground level……
Japan’s cat pouches come with furry jingly balls attached–for the cat lover who has everything
Japanese maker Felissimo’s Cat Club (Nekobu) division doesn’t just design and release cat-themed goods, they cook up some very particular items for cat lovers. Panties…
The King’s Singers ‘Finding Harmony in Japan’ October 24 Concert
grape Japan Editor’s note: Although the concert streamed live on October 24, it is still viewable until October 31 at 7 P.M. (JST) Arielle Busetto,…
Kanazawa’s Gift: The World Discovers the Autumn Flavor of Japanese Matsutake
It is around this time of year, when the cool autumn breezes begin to blow, that we find a morning visit to Omicho Market in…
Savor the unadulterated taste of Japan’s best “baron of potatoes” in Koikeya’s unsalted chips
Have you heard of danshaku potatoes? Following the Meiji Restoration and until it was abolished in 1947, Japan had a peerage system called the kazoku…
Japan’s less than a buck all-you-can-eat fried chicken is a karaage lover’s dream
Juicy and crispy Japanese fried chicken, or karaage, may be one of the favorite bento and bar foods in the country (so much that it’s…
Japan has a capsule toy for everything: embarrassed animals hiding their face in shame
It may take some searching, but there might be a capsule toy version of almost anything in Japan. Just when you think all options have…
Noh theater masks get a kawaii makeover in new capsule toy lineup
The traditional Japanese theater performance of Noh is symbolized by the cypress wood masks worn by its practitioners. Although nearly 60 different Noh mask types…
Mochi Java sparrow cushions provide heated cuddles and get fluffier as you stuff them
When Japanese retailer Felissimo isn’t churning out realistic fried chicken pillow and ASMR sets, they have quite the lineup of bird-themed goods. Some of their…
Went to see “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Mugen Train” at the cinema in Japan
“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train,” a continuation of the popular anime series, Demons Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba had its premiere on…
With talking and moving Eevee piggy bank, you can entrust your coins to the Pokemon’s faithful paws
Saving up can be a pain. Which is why the adorable, automated piggy banks created by Japanese company Itazura Bank all have a special trick…
Tokyo’s Sanrio collab cafe is back with adorable takeout drinks inspired by Hello Kitty and more
Tokyo cafe Egg & Spuma have held many legendarily kawaii collaborations over the years, thanks to their association with character creators Sanrio. These cute pop-up…
This school in Chiba is taking a cultural trip to Kansai using Minecraft!
They say there is a silver lining behind every cloud. Although 2020 has been one of the worst years in living memory, with COVID-19 nearly…
New National Theater Tokyo takes part in World Opera Day and World Ballet Day
This year the New National Theater Tokyo will participate in World Opera Day on October 25 and World Ballet Day on October 29. Both World…
‘Sustainable Materials for a Circular Economy’ exhibition opens in Tokyo
Starting on October 1st and running until December 25th, an exhibition of ‘Sustainable Materials for a Circular Economy’ is being held at the Tokyo Axis…