Illustrator Natsuya’s never-ending summer dreams of pools, popsicles, and aquamarine
Ahh, natsu (夏)… It means “summer” in Japanese, and also happens to be the first two syllables in the word natsukashii (懐かしい), which is “nostalgic.”…
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Top convenient goods and items perfect for the hot summers in Japan
Due to the high humidity and hot weather during summers in Japan, many companies have been competing to create the most convenient and unique items…
Kihachi Cafe’s Muskmelon and White Wine Jelly Parfait is a Succulent Summery Sensation
With the arrival of June, summer is now literally just around the corner. This is the perfect time to bite into a fragrant and refreshing…
Japanese Heat Wave Claims 11 Lives, Government Predicts 15,000 Deaths in 2100
By Japan Info With the end of July, the rainy season officially ended in all parts of Japan. Although the rainy season usually occurs in…
Pocari Sweat: The Best Drink To Beat Heat Exhaustion In Japan’s Summer Heat
Summer is a popular time to travel to Japan, but many foreign visitors find themselves unprepared for the combination of heat and humidity in the…
Swimming Pools To Enjoy When You Visit Tokyo This Summer
by Japan Info Summers can get uncomfortably hot and humid in Tokyo. You could escape to an island or to the north, but that’s probably…
Give Your Feet Nine Adorable Lives With Cat-Shaped Japanese Geta Sandals
Just when we thought we had seen the ultimate in Japanese summer feline fashion with cat-motif yukata, it turns out there is a purrfect pair…
4 Wistful Photos That Leave Any Japanese Person Nostalgic for Summer
For Japanese photographer KAGAYA, the sky and galaxy are the main focus and themes of his work. He often encourages his Twitter followers to stop…
Ushiku Buddha Japan’s Tallest Statue Lights Up With Firework Show
The Ushiku Daibutsu, a 120-metre-tall bronze figure of Buddha, is the tallest statue in Japan and third tallest in the world. Despite only being just…
Matcha S’mores Frappuccino is Starbucks Japan’s Latest Summer Creation
Known in America as a simple campfire treat, s’mores have been recently gaining popularity in Japan has a trendy dessert. For those who don’t know,…
Japanese Bus Driver Shuts Down Complaints About Him Drinking Water During Killer Heatwave
This summer unprecedented temperatures have swept Japan resulting in over 60 deaths and thousands hospitalised. It’s been so bad that the heatwave has been declared…
Kyoto’s Haunted Taxi Tour Spirits You Away to the Historical Capital’s Spookiest Spots
As Japan’s former capital, Kyoto is bursting with historical charm. You can’t walk a few feet without stumbling upon something belonging to the country’s bygone…
Pikachu Outbreak Festival 2018 to be Invaded by Another Pokemon Army
You may have heard of the Pikachu Outbreak event which happens yearly in Japan. Year on year, every summer, the amount of Pikachu involved has…
Rainbow Sunset in Japan Brings ‘Your Name’ Scenery into Reality
Despite the scorching heat, there is one particular characteristic of Japanese summer which is worth celebrating. During this time of year you can see dramatically…
Artist Beautifully Combines Japanese “Spiritual Birds” And Trees To Illustrate The Four Seasons
One of the minor but common grievances you’ll find among expatriates in Japan is a disdain for being asked “Does your country have four seasons?”…