Yokozuna pug has way too funny way of seeing off human
With their expressive faces and personalities, pugs are a bit of a gold mine for interesting name possibilities. Because of their often goofy nature, however,…
Cat’s special cream bread warms hearts during cold weather in Japan
With the recent passing of Typhoon Nanmadol, some bouts of colder weather have arisen in amidst the extended heat and humidity of the summer and…
Japanese dental office’s entranceway figure is guaranteed to haunt children
A trip to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking experience, to say the least. Whether you’re just a kid or a full-fledged adult, you’ll often…
Nissin’s proposed Cup Noodle incense could provide ramen fragrance and fight off bugs
Instant noodle maker Nissin is always happy to share some pretty far-out-there concepts for future releases inspired by their popular Cup Noodle brand. Often Nissin…
Cat instantly and adorably regrets playing with hairband
No matter what elaborate toys, accessories, and cat beds we get for our kitties, they always seem to prefer playing with everyday household items instead….
Vocaloid fans in awe of hose that looks like Hatsune Miku
For vocaloid fans, there might be no more recognizable image than virtual diva phenomenon Hatsune Miku. The iconic vocaloid queen has a look that really…
What happens when you make mochi with almost expired milk
Homemade mochi can be a real treat, and if you use some simple tricks you can whip up some super delicious gourmet milk mochi. Japanese…
Saudi Arabia’s katsu sandwiches with no katsu have Japanese netizens mystified
Whether made with chicken, beef, or pork, the katsu sandwich (katsu sando) is definitely one of Japan’s favorite sandwiches. The breaded and fried meaty cutlet…
Indian curry chef’s charming wisdom has bummed Japanese workers ready to get back in the office
Depending on your line of work in Japan, right around now marks the end of summer vacation and many are headed back to their jobs…
Munchkin cat turns into traditional Japanese wooden doll when taking a bath
Kokeshi are traditional handcrafted wooden dolls. While they have come in many designs over their roughly 150 years of existence, they are most notable for…
Meet Japan’s new Twitter phenomenon: a trucker girl who shares post-work beers in witty T-shirts
All she meant to do was share photos of herself enjoying post-work beers, but Truck Meimei (@truckmeimei), a 21-year-old truck driver with a love of…
The revealed existence of Bamboo Shoot Village shakes the foundation of Japan’s great war over chocolate
If you’re a sweets fan in Japan, you’ve likely had to pick a side between two of Meiji’s flagship bite-sized chocolate cookie snacks–Kinoko no Yama…
Nissin’s idea for Cup Noodle ingredient sponges has ramen lovers ready to do some cleaning
Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin has never been shy from having some fun on their Twitter account, particularly with items related to their popular Cup…
U.S. Naval Forces in Japan have a snarky reminder to Twitter about Top Gun: Maverick
It’s Pete “Maverick” Mitchell’s world and we are all living in it, as Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel to the 1986 classic continues to soar…
After leaving their sweet potatoes alone for a month, Twitter user finds they’ve turned into Lovecraftian monster
It’s always a good idea to keep your eye on your food. While that usually applies to what’s on your plate, Twitter user Idachankoba（@koba__ida）got a…