When it comes to awesome merchandise from Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli, Donguri Kyowakoku might be considered the ultimate emporium of goods. With awesome No-Face…

The YouTube channel 『しまこさんの家〜暮らしと手仕事〜』(“Shimako-san’s House – Life and Handicrafts”) shows the relaxed lifestyle of Shimako-san, a Japanese woman who lives in what she describes as…

Today, November 24th, 2022, is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Since it falls on the fourth Thursday of November, the date changes a bit…

For fans of beloved animation giant Studio Ghibli, all eyes are certainly on the recently opened expansive Ghibli Park in Aichi prefecture, but it’d be…

For Studio Ghibli fans and cat lovers, it’s hard to think of a better Halloween costume for your kitty than the Catbus from Hayao Miyazaki’s…

With the official Studio Ghibli theme park set to open next month in Japan’s Aichi prefecture, it makes sense that locals are getting in the…

Whether it be from a boat that looks like it is passing through Spirited Away or countryside scenery that looks like it could be in…

Donguri Kyowakoku is known as a Studio Ghibli merch paradise for fans of the iconic animation studio. Their shelves are packed full of all kinds…

Riding a train through the Japanese countryside can provide for some spectacular views as you whip by the scenery outside, but as good as the…

When it comes to make sweets too cute or gorgeous to eat, husband and wife icing cookie artist duo WHIP SUGAR (@YuicihiroG) may have no…

The Japanese festival holiday of obon is a time to welcome home and honor the spirits of one’s ancestors. Every year (August 12th this year),…

Observed very August (the 12th this year), Obon is a Japanese festival holiday to honor the spirits of ancestors and welcome them back into your…

Whether it’s fried egg on toast in Castle in the Sky, or herring and pumpkin pie from Kiki’s Delivery Service, there are many delicious-looking dishes…

If you’re perusing the current sweets menu at Starbucks Japan, you’ll find what on name alone sounds to be a delicious seasonal dessert–the Blueberry and…

Released in 1997, Princess Mononoke remains one of Studio Ghibli’s classics. The deep storyline, unique characters, and beautifully drawn nature scenery gained instant popularity and…