Japanese concert hall uses local traditional dolls to implement social distance
Theaters and concert halls in Japan have been reopened since June, but with new measures in place to ensure social distance. For example, as reported…
Gifu Prefecture
The fish that fought back: role-reversing cookie from cormorant fishing area goes viral
Sometimes, surprises come in small packages. A few days ago, Twitter user Tanabota banzai (@Ankosri) posted an unusual looking cookie along with a pamphlet from…
Controversy Over Shooting of Bear Who Went For a Romp in an Elementary Schoolyard
Incidents involving the Asian Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), have become more frequent in…
Cut Through The Competition With a Business Card Forged From “Samurai Sword” Steel
The ancient art of Japanese swordsmithing is famous for its sophistication, its labor-intensiveness, and the unparalleled strength and durability of the swords painstakingly made in…
Japanese Swordsmith City Carves Into Summer With “Non-melting” Katana Ice Cream
It’s very common for regions of Japan to have their pride for local specialties showcased, in both limited edition food and decoration. When those regions…