Now widely worn throughout Japan as bold fashion pieces, Sukajan, or Souvenir Jackets, were originally worn by American soldiers stationed in Yokosuka after World War…

Perhaps not all of us grab a pencil when we need to jot something down, but the act of sharpening one became a source of…

Most of us would imagine a fishbowl to be clear and round, while a fish tank to be a large, rectangular prism. But it’s often…

Rainy days can be a major drag, especially during the rainy season when it feels like it’s always pouring outside. But even just adding a…

Lamps make for wonderful accents to a room, but some lamps are statements enough to be the centerpiece. Japanese designer Yukio Takano is the creator…

Every flower we bring into our homes deserves a special vase to be put into, and Japanese designer Keisuke Fujiwara’s flower vases are just that…

Imagine walking into your friend’s bathroom, making yourself at home, and then spotting these fruity rolls lined up against the wall. You might think that…

An artist in Shizuoka Prefecture has an art style that gives ancient Japanese lifestyle and mythology a hip and cute vibe. Tokyo Mononoke is a…