While wagashi, or traditional Japanese sweets, can be very delicious, they also have a reputation for being quite aesthetically pleasing. Wagashi master Masaaki Miyake (Twitter,…
Arrivederci maritozzo, ciao bombolone! Just like Italian desserts like tiramisu and panna cotta trended in Japan in the early 1990s, the early 2020s have seen…
Thanks to the popularity of the Harry Potter series in Japan, fans can enjoy all kinds of awesome attractions inspired by the magical franchise. There’s…
As most people familiar with the beloved world-famous manga and anime franchise Doraemon surely know, Nobita’s faithful friend and sometimes antagonist Takeshi Goda, or Gian…
A couple of years ago Square Enix started teaming up with traditional Japanese souvenir makers for a collaborative campaign called the ‘Real Omiyage Project’. Omiyage…
Anyone who’s ever got a new pet will know that it’s not unusual for them to be shy of newcomers in the first few months….
Watermelons are a favorite summer treat. In recent years in Japan, watermelons have been available in stores from around spring. Although some places sell watermelons…
“Fast, fast, so fast!” “I laughed my head off. It’s much faster than I could have ever imagined!” “I have the impression they’ll trim your…
When it comes to blood-pumping rides and attractions in Japan, it can be hard to top the Fuji-Q Highland theme park and its unparalleled views….
Japanese toy manufacturer Takara Tomy Arts Corporation has announced a new toy that is both fun and practical and sure to please sushi lovers young…
Just when you thought McDonald’s Japan tangy Shin Ultraman burgers were big enough, they’ve decided to take the burger battle to space, and with some…
Potato salad is a surprisingly time-consuming side dish. Just consider the usual steps it requires: Peel and boil potatoes. Boil the eggs and peel the…
Who says you can’t enjoy katsu at home without the fuss and mess of preparing and frying ingredients? On June 20th, 2022, Japan’s Arkland Service…
Just recently, Pepsi announced that they would be making a very particular addition to their collection of exciting Japan-exclusive flavors such as sakura, Christmas cake,…
Overview Japan’s Anna Miller’s restaurant chain, operated by Imuraya Corporation, opened its first location in the Aoyama neighborhood of Tokyo in 1973 and has been…