Mt. Fuji and other mountains served as cakes at new tea salon in Yoyogi-Uehara, Shibuya Ward
Shorakuen Tea Salon & Boutique opened its doors to the public on January 21st, 2023 in the Yoyogi-Uehara neighborhood of Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward. It offers…
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Do you think you see an octopus lying on a table? Look again!
A photograph that seems to be of a real octopus placed on a white surface has been causing quite a stir online, eliciting reactions of…
Japanese wool felt artist’s pets are so lifelike they look ready to pounce
The YouTube channel “yamanono youtube” posts the process of creating works of art using wool felt and other materials. The dogs and cats created from…
Amazingly realistic Torterra and Turtwig diorama looks like Eterna Forest come to life
If you’ve played any Pokémon games or watched the anime since Diamond and Pearl (Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version) came out in 2006,…
Toddler bugs out at the sight of his great-grandpa’s realistic handcrafted “toy” presents
For most great-grandparents all over the world, great-grandchildren are a source of joy in their lives. They may want to give them whatever they can…
“Where can I buy this?” Awesome Hisui Pokédex replica has Arceus fans drooling
Pokémon fans have been excited about the franchise’s latest game, Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Within a week of its release on January 28th, 2022, it had…
Enjoy a 3-minute “sauna” while waiting for your Cup Noodle in Nissin’s whimsical concept
March 7th is “Sauna Day” in Japan. Established in 1984 by the Japan Sauna and Spa Association, the date was chosen because the numbers “3”…
That’s paper!? Artist’s mindblowing Nintendo Famicom is accurate down to the circuit boards
Many of our readers, and especially fans of retro gaming, not to mention those who are old enough to remember playing with one, will probably…
56,000 likes for dirtying a wall? Why Twitter users are talking about “the hands of God”
“What? Wait a minute, what’s going on here?” “That’s amazing. I had to do a triple-take on that!” “He really has the hands of God.”…
Was this taken by a time traveler? Edo period police force charges ahead in striking photo
Although they often show up in science fiction, time machines have yet to be invented. And yet, a surprising photo posted by Twitter user UK…
“Medusa-chan” lets her snakes convey her emotions in inspired illustration by Yoshioka
Yoshioka よしおか Yoshioka (@010fu) is an up-and-coming Japanese illustrator who creates wonderful fantasy worlds reminiscent of storybooks with compelling characters. The artist has a gift…
Japanese artist’s “life-sized” Meltan paper clip stands make marvelous desk mates
Some of our readers may remember the talented Japanese model and figure artist からけん KARA-KEN (@karaageakinai) who creates amazing Pokémon figures and displays as well…
Japanese DIY hobbyist brings Studio Ghibli films to life with amazing room makeovers and meals
The YouTube channel “nekoniwa” introduces various DIY projects based on life in a “cottage” at an undisclosed location somewhere in the “American countryside.” The channel…
“Look what landed on my finger!” Japanese artist’s gorgeous tiny dragon really looks alive
Some of our readers may recall the talented and imaginative Japanese artist, illustrator, and designer イササ Isasa (@isanatolu), whose beautiful crafted anthropomorphic “children of the…
Optical illusion art on van’s back window makes drivers do a double take in Japan
As many of our readers have surely seen before, some company cars have the name of their company or the name or image of the…