In the Land of Typhoons, Why Are Power Poles Slow to Disappear in Japan?
The Sankei Shimbun, JAPAN Forward Surprisingly, only 8% of the electric power lines throughout the 23 wards of the Tokyo Metropolis are installed underground. The…
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‘Scrum Unison’ Serenades Rugby World Cup Teams with Their National Anthems
Hiroshi Yoshida, for JAPAN Forward, as featured on their new 2019 Rugby World Cup Portal Visiting teams and their supporters who have come to Japan…
When Not Cradling Your Neck, This Comfy Pillow Transforms Into A Daruma Cushion
If you like to travel, a neck pillow is something you’ve probably invested in or considered buying at one time or another. Even if you…
Domino’s Japan’s “Halloween Roulette” Pizza Spikes One Slice with Ghost Pepper Sauce
Whether it’s the ridiculously cheese-laden “New Yorker 1 kilo Ultimate Cheese” or the Jalapeño-smothered “Tsundere Pizza,” Domino’s Pizza Japan has been upping the ante of…
Charming Studio Ghibli-Themed SteamCream Moisturizer Tins Are Back With New Designs
If you’re a fan of Studio Ghibli films, you may already know about Donguri Republic and the wonderful themed goods they make. Some of the…
See Exciting Samurai Film “Hatamoto Taikutsu Otoko,” Splendid Kimonos Worn by Lead
Those who are visiting Tokyo this fall or live in the area may be interested in an exciting opportunity to enjoy traditional Japanese culture thanks…
Ruby Chocolate Otabe: A New Collaboration From a Long-Standing Kyoto Sweets Shop
Kyoto is famous for a confectionery known as yatsuhashi 八ッ橋, made from glutinous rice flour (jōshinko 上新粉), sugar and other flavorings. Baked yatsuhashi, shaped in…
Gelato Pique Cafe Serves Up Instagenic Black and Purple Halloween Ice Cream Cones
Many visitors to Japan this October will likely be interested in sampling local delicacies while populating their digital photo albums and social media accounts with…
Papercraft Artist Harukiru Who Turns Food Packaging Into Art Has Solo Exhibition
The World of Harukiru Many of our readers may recall Harukiru (@02ESyRaez4VhR2l), a popular Japanese papercraft artist with over 370,000 followers on Twitter. Harukiru’s astonishing…
Look Dandy in These “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind” Neckties
Fans of Hirohiko Araki’s popular Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure series who are still basking in the afterglow of the recently broadcast fourth season of the anime…
Understanding the Japanese Consumption Tax Hike from 8% to 10%: What, Where and How
Moments before midnight on September 30th, our grape Japan reporter stopped by his local convenience store and bought a chuhai (an inexpensive canned shochu highball…
Food Allergy Sufferers in Japan Can Enjoy KFC with New Low-Allergen Chicken Meal Set
For those who suffer from certain food allergies, dining out at fast food restaurants can be a challenge. One chain in Japan is taking measures…
The Kimono Will Survive: Sheila Cliffe Says It’s A ‘Complete, Fulfilling Fashion System’
Arielle Busetto, JAPAN Forward Are you curious about the Japanese traditional dress known as kimono? After the recent media storm surrounding Kim Kardashian’s short-lived underwear…
Kawaii Monster Cafe’s Halloween Menu Features Western “Monster Celebrities” Vampire, Frankenstein and Werewolf
With Halloween a month away, many of those who plan to be in Tokyo this season are thinking of doing something fun for Halloween. There…
Enjoy A Traditional Yakatabune Dinner Cruise with Tempura and All-You-Can-Drink Libations
If you’ve ever strolled along the riverfront or visited a popular tourist spot near around Tokyo Bay, especially at night, you may have noticed long…