The Japanese term “otaku” can actually mean having a near obsessive level of interest in any hobby, although it’s now commonly used around the globe…

Wagashi, a term meaning traditional Japanese sweets and desserts, are often used as an accompaniment to tea, as seen in Japanese tea ceremony. A popular…

With the release of the original Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series on Netflix last year, as well as a new movie coming out later this…

In an effort to increase awareness of the novel coronavirus in Japan and promote correct knowledge about infection prevention measures, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Welfare…

Japan is known for their adorable themed cafes with food and beverages inspired by various cute characters. However due to current events, cafes are out…

Anime hair famously defies gravity, has a life of its own, and has no respect for whether or not these colours can naturally occur in…

A natural segue from a visit to the Imperial Palace and Hibiya Park During your stay in Tokyo, chances are you will want to visit…

Protecting the the health of you and those around you, quarantining, and stress are just a few of many concerns that have arisen as people…

Japanese oddity retailer Village Vanguard has definitely tried their hand at eccentric masks before, including polygon animal heads and almost terrifyingly realistic anime masks. Now…

Despite first appearing in the country a while ago, in recent years boba (known simply as ‘tapioca’) has been experiencing an undeniable boom with new…

Character cafes are an integral part of Japan’s geek culture and this spring, fans of the vocaloid genre are being treated to a seasonal menu…

Japanese animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli has given us many moving moments throughout their back catalogue of beloved films, and items inspired by these scenes can…

Sailor Moon fans in Japan are never left wanting when it comes to adorably designed cosmetics. There’s a whole host of adorable products, based on…

In the midst of the coronavirus, some companies in Japan have been making employees work from home, and local governments like Tokyo have also been…

Will Fee, for JAPAN Foward A wild-haired and wild-eyed young man. In one hand, a cigarette; in the other, a baby. To his left, the…