Studio Ghibli release just 100 replicas of Ashitaka’s bowl for Princess Mononoke’s 25th anniversary
This year marks 25 years since the release of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke. This beloved film has devoted fans all around the world, who will…
Japan’s new drinkable fresh ginger has curiosities and appetites piqued
It seems that every few months, you can expect to see “drinkable” versions of certain food items popping up in the chilled beverage section of…
Feel the tropical sea breeze with these charming sea turtle and hibiscus glasses from Japan
A large sea turtle is swimming happily in the sea. Photo by grape Shop The sea turtle is surrounded by a beautiful pattern of hibiscus…
Japanese green onion incense burns to lots of praise online
Japanese creator Michiru (@mitiruxxx) has gained a lot of fans on Twitter for his quirky and cool designs. In the past, Michiru has thought up…
Butter chicken curry dog named Japan’s number 1 curry bread
While you can spend a lot of time perusing the tasty loaves of a Japanese bakery, curry pan, or curry bread, is always among the…
Use a pack of bread to peel an orange? Get faster access to your citrus with this easy lifehack
How do you peel oranges? I often peel them with a knife because I don’t like getting orange peel under my nails, but I’ve always…
Hamster transforms into Japan’s cutest peach
There’s something strangely adorable about hamster butts, which is probably why you’ll find cute hamster butt cups and tissue boxes in Japan. Twitter user @riceandokaki…
Tokyo grocery’s signs look like Hindi to shoppers even though they’re in Japanese
Japanese Twitter user 遠藤諭 Satoshi Endo (@hortense667) recently visited the Kuramae branch of the アンビカベジ＆ヴィーガンショップ蔵前 Ambika Veg & Vegan Shop grocery store. Operated by Ambika…
Japan’s brilliant melon bread spread may be the greatest thing since sliced bread
One of the stars of any Japanese bakery or bread section at a convenience store is melon pan, or Japanese melon bread. Melon bread gets…
Japan’s Toy Story Alien cafe celebrates Little Green Men with ‘Space Curry’, ‘Alien Burgers’ and more
Themed cafes are a fun way for fans to celebrate their favourite movie or show, and fans of Disney and Pixar in Japan are pretty…
My Neighbor Totoro’s ‘Mei Crab’ appears in awesome capsule toy with wearable hat rings
Donguri Kyowakoku, the official Studio Ghibli retailer in Japan, is surely heaven on earth for fans of the beloved animation studio. Not only do they…
Tomato, broccoli and roasted corn charred soy rice balls join TARO TOKYO ONIGIRI’s new lineup
On Monday, July 25th, food industry specialists Manpuku Holdings Inc., in collaboration with rice wholesaler Shinmei Holdings Inc., launched their new summer menu at the…
Robotics Bringing New Comfort for Lonely Seniors
Robots are finding their place in responding to the needs of a population that is aging and increasingly feeling isolated. Yuko Kano, JAPAN Forward Dr…
“Emperor of Anime Songs” Ichiro Mizuki reveals he had lung cancer surgery
Since his debut in 1968, Japanese singer, lyricist, composer, voice actor, and actor 水木一郎 Ichiro Mizuki has sung countless anisong (anime song) hits for classic…
Baby magically transfers sleepiness to best friend cat
There are few things as infectious as seeing a cat yawn. Once they open their mouth and express their exhaustion, it seems to transfer over…