Matsui single malt whisky wins Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible top prize
On September 16th, the Matsui Distillery received notification that the 18th edition of Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible had named its single malt whisky Matsui Mizunara…
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Illustrator gozz imagines what lurks beneath an onsen’s cold water tub [thalassaphobia alert]
Osaka-based artist and illustrator gozz has recently been focusing on hakoniwa 箱庭 isometric illustration vignettes. However, he also works outside of that genre, contributing art…
Pringles transports Japanese potato chip lovers to foggy London Town with new fish and chip flavour
With overseas holidays being pretty much out of the question for most people this year, food is one way to transport yourself (spiritually) to faraway…
Best Animators in Japan: Animation Visuals and Popular Animated Music Videos
Recently, there have been so many musicians incorporating animation in their music videos. In Japan, too, animated visuals and original graphics have been increasing in popularity….
Cardcaptor Sakura makeup is the perfect addition to a magical girl’s cosmetics collection
Recently magical girl fans in Japan were treated to the release of a gorgeous compact face powder case inspired by Usagi’s Crystal Star Compact from…
Doraemon 50th anniversary merchandise on sale at Japan Post online store
Japan Post has teamed up with the creators of anime folk hero Doraemon to produce a range of merchandise to celebrate his 50th birthday. Believe…
One-of-a-kind Gyarados and Red Gyarados manhole covers installed by Lake Biwa
Just about everything that exists in Japan has a Pokemon version of it. From clothing, to trains,to cakes, Pokemon are everywhere, brightening up people’s lives….
Mei Mei washi face masks for eyeglass wearers feature cool pixel art from hermippe
Mei Mei washi face masks Mei Mei face masks are designed for eyeglass wearers. By hanging it on the temples of your eyeglasses instead of…
Inspirational wing-motif yoshikitty face masks and mugs will tide you through the pandemic
Inspiration from Yoshiki On April 24th, as Japan was suffering its first peak of novel coronavius infections, Japanese rock superstar Yoshiki appeared on a special…
Gothic lolita fashion lover startles social media by revealing a ripped body under her clothes
Gothic lolita fashion and lolita fashion, in general, was originally inspired by cute and childish elements. Therefore, it may not be a look you’d associate…
Garigarikun Popsicles go Okinawan with Salted Chinsuko biscuits flavor
As one of Japan’s most popular brand of iced treat, the ubiquitous original Garigarikun popsicles are known for their big blocky shape and classic ramune…
It’s Here ーTop Things to Know for Tokyo Game Show 2020
Arielle Busetto, JAPAN Forward For video game lovers around the world, it will come as no surprise that the Tokyo Game Show is still set…
Dress more motherly? Japanese TV talent, single mom Kuran rejects criticism of revealing photos
The illustration we used for this article depicts three women which the stock photo service PIXTA has captioned “fashionably dressed mothers.” This reveals a certain…
Canned cocktail with a suckerpunch of lip-puckering lemon: Strong Zero Giga Lemon
Suntory’s -196˚C Strong Zero Suntory’s -196˚C Strong Zero brand of canned cocktails won the Guinness World Record in the category of best-selling spirit-based RTD (ready-to-drink)…
Brother with Down syndrome teaches himself to write page numbers for sister’s first published book
Japanese author Nami Kishida (@namikishida) has gained quite a following on Twitter for emotional stories she has shared on Twitter. She recently put them together…