Celebrate Fukuyama Castle’s 400 year anniversary with these special edition tote bags
Ahead of the celebration of it’s 400th year anniversary (2022), Fukuyama castle is releasing a special tote bag or ‘my bag’ in collaboration with Hiroshima…
Kewpie shares mouthwatering baked sesame dressing chicken recipe
We as human beings are always on the lookout for ways to make our food taste better, whether it’s the method of cooking, the way…
This city was saved by ninjas during lockdown
2020 was supposed to be a great year for Japan, with the inbound economy expected to rise due to large scale events planned across all…
Have a blast with this firework theme hotel stay
Hoshino Resort RISONARE Atami boasts amazing views of Atami and the local natural hot springs from up on the mountain where the hotel is situated….
JR East updates app to include real-time crowding information
One of the many draws for tourists in Japan is the train system that connects the country from tip to toe, with Tokyo’s notoriously crowded…
Shiojiri Station – The train station that doubles as a wine vineyard
Hidden away by the Japanese Alps, is Shiojiri City. Regardless of the fact that it is located in the centre of Nagano Prefecture – a…
Perfect Pokemon Centre gifts to buy your dad this Father’s Day
Is your dad the very best? Like no dad ever was? Well, then he deserves only the best this Father’s Day. And what could be…
Toy Story characters get mini-dessert tribute thanks to Japanese cake shop’s adorable set
Thanks to Ginza Cozy Corner, a sweets making chain known for their beautifully presented desserts, Japanese Disney fans are spoilt for choice when it comes…
Osaka’s Hello Kitty and My Melody summer tea party includes adorable vegan sweets options
There’s only one thing better than a themed tea party based around a Sanrio character, and that’s a themed tea party based around two Sanrio…
Japan’s Barbie Licca-chan wears face mask, rides Licca Eats scooter, uses self-checkout
In the post-pandemic “new normal” of self-quarantining and social distancing, doll makers have also been stepping up to the plate to make dolls that reflect…
McDonald’s Japan teases beef burger gathering – a summertime campaign menu
As part of a limited-time campaign from June 24th, McDonald’s Japan will be releasing three of the world’s most popular beef burgers to their Japan…
The Complicated Concept of Suicide in Japan
As many are aware, Japan has a notably high suicide rate. While it is far from the world’s highest-risk nation in the world, or even…
Akomeya Tokyo conjures up “cakeygori”: cake-like kakigori shaved ice creations
Technically, most of Japan is still in the rainy season, but with temperatures already passing 30 C (86 F) in much of the country, there’s…
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[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Kyoto Rurikoin Temple’s Green Maple Leaves Are Stunning in the Rain
June has arrived, and along with it an unusually early rainy season comes knocking at the door. Source: Sankei Shinbun/Japan Forward/p> Muggy days, alternating between…
Kitten Tries Carbonated Water for First Time and Approaches It with Adorable Curiosity
There is nothing like an adorable kitten to get online viewers cooing. Indeed, netizens around the world are particularly sensitive to a spunky, mischievous cat….