Traditional Meets Tech With Natural Japanese Bamboo Smartphone Speakers
It often seems as if there is not much more room for innovation in technology, particularly when it comes to smart phones. As exciting as…
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Awesome Soundscape Of The JR Yamanote Line Lets You Hear All The Sounds Of Traveling Tokyo
Whether it was for a long stay or just a fun visit, many who have been to Japan come away with a soft spot for…
New Katana Cafe In Tokyo Lets You Look At Awesome Swords While You Dine
Japan’s endless menu of themed cafes tend to cater more towards fantasy, pop culture, and cute animals, as opposed to the country’s more traditional and…
Sushi Chef Crafts Awesome Star Wars Veggie Sculptures
You never want to rely too much on validity of stereotypes, but many Japanese people like to think of themselves as being skilled or crafty…
This Video Journey Through Night Time Tokyo Is Just Too Beautiful
Time lapses and travel videos of Tokyo are a dime a dozen these days, but every so often visionary talents and hard work can turn…
This Toy Story Voltron Figure Is The Best Way To Battle Kaiju!
Sometimes a combination comes along that is so insane it just makes sense. Such is the case with this amazing Voltron-esque collectible figure made out…
Japanese YouTube Gunslinger Is The Real Revolver Ocelot
Historically, Japan doesn’t have much in the way of gunslingers, but considering that “YouTuber” is one of the most sought-after occupations for young people, there…
Traditional Japanese Hairpins Modeled After The Weapons Of Feudal Japan
Kanzashi (簪) are ornate hairpins used to add an elegant touch to traditional Japanese hairstyles. While its humble origins as a single rod were thought…
Epic New Godzilla And Evangelion Crossover Gives Us Coolest Mechagodzilla Figures Yet
In case you hadn’t heard, there’s a new Godzilla movie coming out in Japan, and if you’ve seen the terrifying new look that the King…
Sweeping Aerial Footage Shows The Beauty Of Kyoto’s Rural Side
While Tokyo offers so much exciting and bustling eye candy, Kyoto is often considered the heart of traditional Japan, and rightfully so. The ancient capital…
Master Japanese Painter’s Bird Artwork Turned Into Gorgeously Iced Cookies
Jakuchu Ito (伊藤 若冲, 1716-1800) is considered one of Japan’s master painters from Japan’s isolationist Edo period. While many of his works, hanging scroll paintings…
This Man’s Mind-Blowing LEGO Pop-Up Book Of Himeji Castle Is A Folding Beauty
We’ve seen some truly mind-blowing artistry from LEGO enthusiasts in the past. Whether it is crafting a music box that plays the beautiful tunes of…
Cartoonist Shows Off Wacky and Creative Pokemon Designs
As more and more Pokemon are introduced into our Pokedex over the years, it may be a bit taxing for creators to brainstorm new designs…
Japanese Goldfish Bag Designer Strikes Back With Adorable Designs Of Hippos, Frogs, And More!
In just thirty minutes, fashion designer Iwakiri Sumiko’s web-store was flooded with more orders than she could handle in a year’s time, making the end…
Ukiyo-e Rendition Of Civil War Puts A Samurai Twist On Captain America And Iron Man
Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Japan were treated to a pleasant surprise when, after developing a reputation for delayed theatrical releases, when Captain…