Grandma didn’t get the memo in hilarious Japanese family portrait
In most parts of the world, pictures of the whole family together are special. Unless it’s a gathering for a somber occasion, people are usually…
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Fire on the tracks of the Enoden Railway Line is not quite what it seems
This last week, mother nature has really pushed her limits in what she can throw at us here in Japan – We’ve seen rain, sun,…
Japanese comedian Noritake Kinashi opens charming art exhibition in Kyoto
Member of Japanese comedian duo Tunnel’s Nori,take Kinashi (AKA Nori-san) has been known for his avid work as an artist. He’s not only had 8…
Photographer’s gorgeous solo train ride video has people thinking it’s an anime world
It can come off a bit silly or even Orientalist to say scenery in Japan “looks just like an anime!”, particularly because most anime are…
Bring the adventure home with these four video experiences
2020 has so far been the year for technology to step up, with companies rushing to keep people entertained during lockdown with a variety of…
YouTube perplexingly changes Japanese CG artist’s terrifying video to “made for kids”
Computer graphics and motion graphics designer Optie is well known in doujin music circles for his visual collaborations with musicians who often work in BMS…
Enjoy a virtual hanami with a 4K hour-long video of cherry blossoms in Japan
With the coronavirus situation still being unpredictable, people in Japan have had to stay indoors to prevent the spread of the virus. This has equated…
Watermelon Wanderer? Punny TikTok Entertainer Iriel Uses Food To Ride Trains
Amateur kickboxer, travel enthusiast, entertainer and video producer Iriel (Takahiro Iri) recently posted an amusing series of three videos on his TikTok account which show…
Epic Godzilla Sukajan Jacket With Protruding Spikes Offered By Suntory’s Boss Coffee
The long-awaited sequel to the 2014 film “Godzilla,” “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” will finally be unleashed in US and Japanese theaters on May 31st….
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Miyazaki Prefecture: Mythical Roots of Japan Explored in Gorgeous 8K [Video]
Miyazaki Prefecture on the southeastern coast of Kyushu is a hidden gem which deserves to be explored. Although it doesn’t boast any major tourist attractions,…
This Charming Onsen Manners Video Will Help You Enjoy Japanese Hot Springs
A trip to an onsen, or Japanese hot springs, is probably on most visitors’ to-do lists when they go to Japan, especially in the colder…
Artist Ryo Fujii’s Video Brilliantly Spoofs Japanese Apology Culture
Japanese apology culture Although apology press conferences are a common occurrence in Japan, it seems that remorseful faces and long-winded apologies have become more frequent…
Super Clingy and Cute Cat Refuses to Ever Let Go of Favorite Human’s Arm
Super clingy cat refuses to let go of owner’s arm in heartwarming video. Fair or foul, cats don’t exactly benefit from a stereotype or reputation…
Japanese Apartment Company Offers Silhouette Boyfriend Security System to Protect Women Living Alone
Citing rising danger for women living alone in Tokyo, a company in Japan is providing a “shadow boyfriend” service to trick criminals. Leo Palace 21,…
Toei Kyoto Studio Park: Experience The Thrilling World of Japanese Hollywood (Part 2)
(link to Part 1) —————— Toei Kyoto Studio Park The Uzumasa area of Kyoto is often called the Hollywood of Japan. The otherwise unremarkable neighborhood…