Twitter user’s kitchen accident shows the scary power of mochi
Mochi rice cakes are one of Japan’s favorite traditional treats, and while they enjoy reputation as a New Year’s snack, mochi are also particularly popular…
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Ready to throw a Japan-themed summer party? These items will make your party memorable
Although the novel coronavirus pandemic is still raging around the world, in some countries, things have eased up enough to allow people to consider throwing…
Victorinox releases Swiss army knives modeled after Japan’s most legendary samurai warriors
Swiss Army Knife inventor Victorinox is releasing a new lineup of multipurpose knives inspired by the most revered samurai of Japan’s Sengoku Period (Age of…
Samurai Sword Quality Knives Inspired By The Blades Of Famous Japanese Swordsmen
Nikken Cutlery makes their home in the town of Seki, Gifu prefecture. Seki is famous for its rich tradition and history of samurai sword making,…
Why Japanese Convenience Stores Won’t Give Out Plastic Knives
Anyone who has visited Japan or lived here for a while knows that Japanese convenience stores are truly wonderful. Not only are they miracles of…
This Guy Forged His Own Kunai, A Tool And Weapon Of The Ninja
You may be familiar with the kunai (苦無), as used by ninja in popular culture as a dagger or throwing knife. There is actually information…