Crowdfunding Project Aims To Reopen One Of Japan’s Haunted And Abandoned Amusement Parks
As much as theme parks like Fuji-Q and Disneyland are favorite destinations of visitors looking for a notch of thrill and excitement in their lives,…
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Japanese Artist Combines Paper Cutting And Washi Art To Create Heartwarming Masterpieces
Artists seeking to thrive in the fast-paced internet society of our modern times often take to social media to give their artwork more exposure on…
After Losing His Wallet In Japan, Malaysian Man Elated By Kindness And Efficiency
Even when dealing in positives, it’s never wise to make sweeping generalizations about a country. However, you’ll find that most foreign visitors to Japan come…
Sengoku Period-Themed Izakaya Is Now Offering Menu Inspired By A Female Feudal Lord
Taiga dramas are Japanese year-long historical fiction television series broadcasted by NHK, and each series follows the often tumultuous life of a historically distinguished individual…
Japanese Fashion Archive Is A Virtual Fashion Show Showcasing Garments From The 70s To 90s
As a country existing within a multi-faceted, complex culture, Japan has seen countless trends regarding food, fashion, and beauty, among other things, throughout its long…
Green Tea The Coffee Way: First Drip-Green Tea House Opens Up In Tokyo
Japan’s love for green tea has translated into everything from the world’s most intense matcha ice cream to green tea flavored Kahlúa, so it should…
Japan Noodle Trio Is Bringing Matcha And Other Japanese Flavors To Your Favorite Instant Noodles
If you’re feeling like 2017 has kicked off with a rather bland start, Nissin’s new Japan Noodle Trio might just be what you never knew…
Nothing Says “Japanese Commercial” Like Turning Your Nose Into A Faucet
You probably don’t need a reminder that Japanese television commercials can range from incredibly badass to bizarre and eccentric, so it’s always a testament to…
Original Ghost In The Shell Film Returning To U.S. Theaters In February
While many remain anxious about the upcoming Hollywood live-action version of Mamoru Oshii’s cyberpunk anime classic Ghost in the Shell, fans will have chance to…
Puppy Striking Proud Pose In Front Of Hachiko Is Too Much For Shibuya To Handle
Even those who haven’t been to Japan will be familiar with the story of Hachiko, the faithful Akita (not a Shiba, contrary to popular belief)…
Fairy Tale Pajamas From Japan Let You Lounge Around As Alice, Snow White, And More
Pajamas and “roomwear” made for lounging about indoors and in style aren’t exactly new in Japan. After all, we’ve seen Japanese schoolgirl sailor uniform pajamas,…
The “17-Year-Old Disease” That Runs Rampant In Akihabara
There are unspoken rules in Akihabara. However, if someone were to break them, no one would come up to them to say anything. Instead, that…
Furry Little Hamster Eats Dried Sardines Like A Pro
While many of us might not be surprised if a cat devoured a fish clean off the bone, we wouldn’t typically expect a hamster to…
Japanese Artist Paints A Dragon Using The One Stroke Technique
Dragons have long been regarded as wise, godly entities in Japanese culture, and one small studio in Tochigi Prefecture specializes in artwork depicting the mystical…
Traditional Japanese Inn Hopes To Stay In Business By Offering Facility For Cosplay Photoshoots
Even for a traditional Japanese inn that’s as relaxing and charming as Koma No O in Okayama Prefecture, it’s not easy staying afloat amongst the…