Warm drinks and fluffy pancakes arrive at Tully’s to keep you warm this winter
As the days get longer, there is a cold crisp chill in the air that can only be suppressed with the embrace of a piping…
Japan
Restoring an ancient pilgrimage pathway in Northern Kyōto – the old Miyazu Kodō
Japan. A country dominated by anime, sushi trains and futuristic technology…or so the novice Japan lover is led to believe. In reality, the neon-lit lives…
Japan releases fried chicken pillow cushions with sizzling chicken ASMR so you can dream of karaage
Japanese retailer Felissimo is well known for their eccentric animal-themedgoods, such as a service that delivers gift wrapped giant baby seal plushies to your doorstep….
2-door litter box for cats who love to dive and climb makes for some funny scenes
Even with appealing novelty items like cup noodle pet beds and miniature feline kotatsu, cats aren’t known for being totally cooperative with the gifts you…
Burger King Japan reveals its Fake Burger to be a Chip butty
Just a few days ago, Burger King Japan announced that it would be making a new addition to its menu: The Fake Burger. However, Burger…
Fans push back on trending “Demon Slayer harassment”–being alienated for disliking the hit anime
In Japan, various types of harassment can be described by combining the root of the bullying with the abbreviated suffix of hara (ハラ). Sekuhara (sexual…
A hauntastic treat available at Eggs n’ Things stores across Japan
Get yourself down to Eggs n’ Things this October for a spooktacular and hauntastic treat! All stores across Japan will include a special “halloween seasonal…
Shizuoka’s Izu Shaboten Zoo welcomes adorable new baby llama
There is a new adorable face on the block at Izu Shaboten Zoo. On 3 October 2020, the zoo welcomed in a new baby llama,…
Japanese artist crafts awesome cyberpunk demon masks and more
We’ve seen a number of interesting takes on masks in Japan lately, including glow-in-the dark gamer masks and transforming horror creature masks from a special…
Pepsi Caramel Punch flavor released in Japan
There’s been some interesting Pepsi Cola flavors in Japan, including a White Christmas cake and the “world’s first” sakura cola. However, recently Suntory recently a…
These adorable kamaboko are the perfect spooktastic snacks for Halloween
With 120 years of experience, Uoman Shoten has become one of Japan’s leading companies when it comes to producing ‘fish cakes’ or kamaboko as they…
Satisfy your inner monster with these tasty brains from PapaBubble
Prep your tastebuds and tuck into a forbidden feast this halloween with these marshmallows resembling brains from specialty sweet shop, PapaBubble. Available in two delicious…
Popular electric Pikachu gummies return with new shocking sour flavor
One of Japan’s most popular gummy candies, Pure, jolted Pokémon fans with their adorable Pikachu shaped gummy sweets twice: once with an electric tropical flavor…
Japan releases region-exclusive Kit Kat flavors nationwide to help areas struggling with tourism
Japanese Kit Kats are often coveted for their wide range of seasonal and limited edition flavors, including peach mint rum, spooky purple Halloween pie, and…
Japanese priest adorably still uses “cat mug” made by daughter even though it’s an eye-stabbing demon
Japanese Twitter user Chikai Matsuzaki (@matsuzakichikai) is the head priest of the Jodo Shinsou Honganji school’s Eimyouji Temple in Kita-Kyushuu, but he’s getting attention lately…