Sanrio Cafe in Tokyo Celebrates 45 Years of Hello Kitty with the Cutest New Desserts
Hello Kitty is turning 45 this year but she hasn’t aged a bit since she first turned up on the scene. Her merchandise can be…
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Dress Up Your Hanko as a Beloved Ghibli Character with Totoro, No Face, Jiji and Cat Bus Stands
In Japan, rather than signing documents and forms, people use a ‘hanko’, a stamp of their name. Also known as an inkan, it is specially…
All Eeveelutions Available as Detailed $100 Silver Necklaces for Stylish Pokemon Trainers
Jewellers U-Treasure are the purveyors of fine jewellery for the more sophisticated otaku. They have a wide range of themed items based on popular series…
Pokemon Fan’s Accidental Roast Pikachu Disturbs Japanese Twitter
As we learnt with the recent Mister Donut Pikachu face doughnuts, making a cute Pikachu shaped snack seems like a good idea, but the fantasy…
Pokemon Tamagotchi Featuring Eevee is the Ultimate Crossover for Nostalgic 90s Kids
For those who don’t remember Tamagotchis, the original was a small, round handheld device on a keychain. The simple game involved raising your own virtual…
Tokyo’s Pokemon Cafe Unveils Eevee and Pikachu Menu Plus 151 Pokemon Latte Art
Japan’s one and only official, permanent Pokemon Cafe is celebrating the release of Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! with a special, limited…
Mochi Mochi Kirby and Waddle Dee Traditional Japanese Sweets Coming to Convenience Stores
Wagashi is a term that refers to various traditional sweets and desserts. Distinctly Japanese ingredients and flavours are used such as matcha, adzuki beans and…
Catch Cute Pikachu Face Doughnuts at Japan’s Mister Donut
At any given time, Japan has a whole host of limited time only collaborations between characters and food outlets to create adorable and in-demand snacks….
Japan’s Moomin Valley Theme Park Grand Opening Decided for Spring 2019
As cute, large eyed creatures, Moomins were always sure to be a hit in Japan. When the TV animation was first shown in the country…
Handy Poke Ball Travel Bag Evolves into Comfy Pokemon Neck Rest and Cushion
A real Pokemon master would never be caught unawares without a cushion or neck rest while travelling, and these new travel items from Gowell are…
Handsome Vegetarian Anime Wizards are Body Shop Japan’s New Product Mascots
Body Shop Japan have really proved they know what women want in their latest campaign. The campaign entitled Princess Moisture and the Three Wizards, sees…
BT21 Cafe Returns to Japan with New Menu for Winter 2018
The BT21 Cafe is coming back to Japan with a revamped menu representing each of the 8 adorable characters. The temporary eateries will appear in…
Kirby Cafe Returns to Tokyo with New Adorable Menu
Everyone’s favourite puffy pink hero is returning to Tokyo to fill our stomachs with delicious and adorable treats. For a limited time only the Kirby…
Sanrio and Converse Team Up on Iconic Hello Kitty Collaboration
Press Release from sanrio.com used with permission Global lifestyle brand Sanrio and internationally recognized footwear and apparel brand Converse have teamed up to create Hello…
Watch Eevee Take On Pikachu in Pokemon Sports Day
This summer’s Pikachu Outbreak in Yokohama is winding down. Pokemon fans braved the heat for the chance to see dances and parades performed by over…