Japanese neighborhood gardener’s generous note melts hearts online
While more prevalent in the countryside and in small neighborhoods than in major cities, you can often find unmanned produce stands in Japan that operate…
Shiba inu’s adorable “heart tongue” photoshoot is the perfect picture of summer
When it comes to pictures that capture the soul of summer, it’s hard to think of many better candidates than a dog frolicking in water…
Japanese kid channels the spirit of Longcat in freakish photo
Nobiko, the amazingly long cat who inspired the Longcat internet meme may have passed away in 2020, but perhaps his spirit lives on, inspiring us…
Sumikko Gurashi characters appear as adorable doughnut in doughnut duos at Japanese store
Floresta, a Japanese doughnut chain, is known for their sweet creations. Their nickname is ‘nature doughnuts’ since all their recipes use only organic ingredients. The…
Studio Ghibli’s cute ‘Roomdress Collection’ has everything anime fans need for a summer night in
Donguri Kyowakoku is a shop that is well known among Studio Ghibli fans in Japan. This official retailer has all kinds of awesome items on…
Japanese agricultural group’s easy mess-free tomato rice recipe is the talk of Twitter
Tomatoes are delicious whether eaten as is or cooked, boiled or baked. The refreshing taste of tomatoes provides a welcome relief even when the heat…
Cat cannot stop sleeping on top of her inseparable husky friend
There’s something about the combination of Huskies and cats that make them an absolutely adorable pair. Whether it’s the disparity in size or temperament, there’s…
Cosplaying mom’s amazing closet armory could be a real-life SPY×FAMILY situation
The life of an avid cosplayer often has some funny complications, with costumes and accessories from various anime, manga, and video games lying around the…
Noh mask sweets are a hauntingly good way of appreciating a 500-year-old tradition
Kurokawa Noh The classical Japanese dance-drama Noh 能 is the world’s longest-lived extant theater art. Highly symbolic in nature, with a sparse stage devoid of…
Holding a toilet brush is a hard job, but this duck case from Japan is happy to help out
While many of us might consider an adorable duck a welcome guest in the house, it would be a bit difficult to permit one to…
How to make delicious edamame without boiling
Edamame soybeans have long been a favorite side dish at izakaya pubs in Japan, as well as a healthy drinking snack or appetizer in general….
Housecat turns into drunken salaryman when awaiting human’s return
Although thankfully not everywhere, it would probably be hard to find someone in a Japanese city who hasn’t encountered the sight of a salaryman that…
Japanese specialty store releases retro pudding so big it comes in a bucket
Made from whole egg yolks and often compared to Flan or creme caramel, Japanese custard pudding can be considered one of the enduring menu highlights…
Japan celebrates the release of ‘The Rise of Gru’ with Minions wagashi in convenience stores
Japanese traditional sweets, or ‘wagashi’, are known for their exquisite taste and pristine presentation. But aside from the more classic-looking treats, you might be surprised…
Drinkable whipped cream is coming to Japanese vending machines and we got an advance taste
One of the things that surprise many visitors to Japan is the number and variety of vending machines you’ll encounter. Not only are vending machines…