Japanese confectionary shop 稲豊園 Tōhōen in Gifu prefecture is known for selling cute and unique cakes for the New Year. These are 饅頭 manjū, one…

High school student and Twitter user ナゴルノ阿波尾鶏 Nagorno Awaodori (@RichardSoviet) posted a positive experience they had flying with a Japanese airline. He was going home…

The vast island of Hokkaido is a popular tourist destination surrounded by nature. In addition to its flourishing agriculture and dairy farming industries, Japan’s northernmost…

The 円山動物園 Sapporo Maruyama Zoo in Hokkaido is a place where you can see polar bears and other animals unique to the colder regions of…

In case you haven’t heard by now, Japan is heaven for egg sandwiches, or たまごサンド tamago sando. The late Anthony Bourdain is famous for having…

“Will you just look at these cookies my high schooler son made?” Such was the proud caption on a photo Tweeted by Japanese illustrator 前川さなえ…

Cafe OHZAN, famous for its delicious croissants rusk, is now taking orders for the New Year-edition treats. You can surprise your dear ones with sweet…

Father’s Day is just a few weeks away, and if you’re like most of us you probably still haven’t found a gift yet. Now, you…

The Oreo cookie is an American classic enjoyed all over the world, and Japan is no exception. However, even though they’re available here, Oreos may…

If you’re anything like me, a blast from the past is always appreciated. Especially when it comes to video games. After all, I spent most…

There are a lot of things to do when a couple decides to get married. Pick a date, introduce the two families, choose a venue…

© PR Times, Inc. 「お茶と酒 たすき」Ocha to Sake Tasuki is a tea parlor, cafe and bar based in the picturesque neighborhood of Gion in Kyoto,…

If you’ve ever gone through Tokyo Station or stopped by a gift shop at any other major station in the Tokyo area, chances are you’ve…

Now that Valentine’s Day is over in Japan, those who received chocolates or other nice gifts are beginning to think about what to give back…

Nissin, the company behind cup noodles are innovators. Despite being a well-loved, household name already, they never fail to come up with marketing stunts to…