Traditional Wood Capsule Hotel Offers Big Natural Hot Spring As Surprising Bonus
If you are looking for a haven among Japan’s many onsen abundant prefectures, Oita prefecture in Kyushuu may be one of the best to sample….
Iron Maiden Ukiyo-e Art Turns Eddie Into A Savage Killer Of Edo Period Japan
We’ve seen modern day Ukiyo-e, traditional Japanese woodblock prints, artists look to famous rock musicians for inspiration in their work to help rejuvenate interest in…
Babymetal To Join Their Favorite Band Metallica In Concert Next Year
Top-tier Japanese metal-idol group Babymetal is on fire! Right after last week’s big announcement of joining the upcoming Guns N’ Roses’ Japan tour in concert,…
The Ninjacket Will Stylishly Protect Every Modern Ninja On A Mission
After the success of the Samurai Hoodies released earlier this year, Tokyo Otaku Mode is collaborating with STUDIO696 to create soft, warm, and stylishly stealthy…
Japanese Brewing Company Is Using DNA Data To Create The Perfect Beer Glass For Every Drinker
Nothing beats a cold glass of beer at the end of the day, but a beer glass designed just for you could elevate that drink…
Wear A Kotatsu And Be A Japanese School Girl At The Same Time With Sailor Kotatsu Pajamas
Japanese online retailer Bibilab is no stranger to eccentric indoor clothing and pajamas, including a pigtails shaped pillow bed that you can wear. But now…
Adorable Munchkin Cat In Japan Tries To Catch Virtual Fish With Heart-Melting Technique
Whether it’s struggling to climb a cat tower or battling with Jedi master Yoda, the short and stumpy legs of munchkin kitties just seem to…
88-Year-Old Photographer’s Comical New Year’s Postcards Will Kick 2017 Off With A Laugh
You may have seen 88-year-old amateur photographer Kimiko Nishimoto’s comical self-portraits before. With a sharp eye for humor and the ability to laugh at herself,…
Japanese Traditional Cat Art Is Mysteriously Cute And Evil
Ayako Ishiguro is a Japanese illustrator who loves creating artwork of cats and other living creatures. Her works can be described as both mysterious and…
Spruce Up Your Breakfast With This Super Easy Apple Pancake Recipe
You can never go wrong with breakfast pancakes, but special days call for special morning meals to kick off the occasion. Even on days when…
Yakuza 6 Means The Return Of The Most Cathartic Experience In Video Games
Anyone who has spent the time and effort it takes to get invested into the worthwhile Yakuza series knows the simple joy of a bizarre…
Cheap And Busy Japan Travelers Should Check Out This Bare Bones Net Cafe-Hotel Hybrid
For travelers in Japan, there are a bevy of options when it comes to lodging. As Japan remains hesitant to embrace Airbnb and even aims…
Breeze Through Your Holiday Gift Wrapping With This Speedy Japanese Department Store Technique
Anyone who’s had a gift wrapped up for them at a Japanese department store will know that even the most oddly shaped present will come…
Hide Your Favorite Snacks In The Cheeks Of These Releasable Chipmunk Bags
No human can stash a bundle of food like a chipmunk can in its cheeks. Luckily, there’s a way to get a helping hand (pouch,…
Big Dog Tries To Stop Fight Between Two Quarreling Brothers
With housing that tends to be very economic about space, it’s a bit uncommon to see large dogs in Japan. There are some cases where…