Japanese rice farmer frustrated with litterers makes an earnest plea on Twitter
One of the things which make an impression on many first-time visitors to Tokyo, Osaka or other major Japanese cities is how generally clean and…
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Japan makes world’s tiniest working Rubik’s Cube costing over $1,800 USD and under 1 cm small
To celebrate the Rubik’s Cube’s 40th anniversary, Japanese toymaker Megahouse is releasing a very special record-shattering Rubik’s Cube. Ultra-Precision Miniature Metal Rubik’s Cube The 極小ルービックキューブ-0.99cm超精密金属製…
Japanese fans for pandemic’s “new normal” fight bacteria, virus and foul odors
Some Japanese women hide their mouths when they laugh as a matter of etiquette or a mannerism corresponding to a certain traditional feminine ideal. It…
Studio Ghibli generously releases 400 images from its films free of charge, with more to come
In a move which surprised many in the anime community, Studio Ghibli announced on September 18th that it was making images from its films available…
Clocking out to City Hunter’s ending theme “Get Wild” is trending in Japan
A trend goes wild What’s the latest work trend in Japan? It isn’t teleworking or Zoom Happy Hour. No, according to trend research company Nexer,…
Hightail it over to Pikachu Sweets for an Eevee’s Tail Apple Pie Frappe
Since 2019, Pikachu Sweets, the takeout-only branch of Pokemon Cafe, has been offering Pokemon-inspired sweet desserts, drinks and other tasty treats. © PR Times, Inc….
Japanese photographer captures breathtaking images of stained glass spiral staircase
One of the most popular day-trip destinations for international visitors staying in the Tokyo area is Hakone. Famous for its soothing hot springs and natural…
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.”…
Harry Potter memo pad “magically” reveals embedded Hogwarts Castle the more you use it
Omoshiroi Block Japanese architectural model maker Triad Inc. sells amazing memo pads called Omoshiroi Block. The company leveraged their experience making architectural models to create…
Japanese cat demonstrates how to appreciate a Zen garden
Zen gardens, known in Japanese as 枯山水 karesansui, create miniature landscapes out of strategically placed rocks, carefully pruned bushes, and gravel which is raked into…
Nasu Kogen Rindo Lake Family Ranch pays tribute to classic anime “Heidi, Girl of the Alps”
Located three-and-a-half hours away from Tokyo, the lakeside leisure park area and family ranch at Nasu Kogen Rindo Lake is 300,000 square meters large and…
The fish that fought back: role-reversing cookie from cormorant fishing area goes viral
Sometimes, surprises come in small packages. A few days ago, Twitter user Tanabota banzai (@Ankosri) posted an unusual looking cookie along with a pamphlet from…
Cultivate your kami collection with “Spirited Away” kami figurine series
Many of those who love Hayao Miyazaki’s classic film “Spirited Away” will surely remember the enigmatic cast of spirits and supernatural beings who help Chihiro…
Raise your Konosuba cred with this Aqua “Pause” T-shirt
The light novel manga and anime franchise KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! (or “Konosuba” for short) has enjoyed an enduring popularity. The anime…
Carry your gear in style with GITS SAC_2045 foldable crates and Tachikoma toolboxes
If you’re a fan of the latest animated series “Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045” and you have some gear you need to store or carry…