500,000 cosmos grace the shores of Lake Inba for the first time in two years
Every year over 500,000 cosmos burst into colour at Chiba Prefecture’s Sakura Furusato Square on the shore of lake Inba-numa. Because the event is known…
Written By : Connie Sceaphierde
Pui Pui Molcar rides into the gaming world of Nintendo Switch
Ever since stop motion anime Pui Pui Molcar started airing back in January, it has become somewhat of a viral hit amongst fans on Twitter…
Adventure through Hokkaido’s ‘Hell Valley’ after dark with this unique hotel package
Located about 100km southwest of Sapporo city is the onsen town of Noboribetsu, famous for it’s nine different types of hot springs. Like many other…
Sustainable vegan cheese brand introduces ‘faux-mage’ lineup this October
Tokyo VEG LIFE Faux-mage is a 100% vegan cheese that launched back in April of this year. The cheese is made using completely naturally derived,…
DEAN & DELUCA’s latest drink is bursting with ALL the flavours of the season
If the flavours on hand this autumn are just too much to take in, and you’re unsure on whether you should be pigging out on…
Japanese fashion brand launches adorably stylish Disney Collection
If the name doesn’t quite give it away, Emily Temple cute is a Japanese fashion brand that has a focus on all things ‘cute’; and…
Coming soon to konbini shelves near you – Suntory shares winter ‘Horoyoi’ lineup
To the completely unprepared, a trip to the alcoholic section of any Japanese convenience store or supermarket can quickly turn into an overwhelming game of…
Head to Yuzawa Kogen Panorama Park for a colourful adventure this autumn
As the temperatures begin to cool, and the nights grow longer, the last of cicadas singing their songs in solitude can only signify the beginning…
Ginza Hachimitsu – a golden treasure made with nectar from the Imperial grounds and surrounding areas
Honey is Mother Nature’s gift of gold. But in a world where urbanisation is fast taking over the natural world, our hard working honey bees…
Sentō-turned-cafe Rebon Kaisaiyu teams up with Fuku-no-yu for ‘Sentō Day’ event
It is no secret that Japan is one of the best places in the world where one can enjoy a relaxing soak in thermal waters…
This company ages your favourite liquor down on the seafloor in Shizuoka
According to legend, a long time ago some caskets of old wine were pulled up from a ship that had been wrecked on the seafloor…
Doraemon meets Hokusai – a modern twist on ukiyo-e woodblock prints
When it comes to traditional Japanese culture and art, Katsushika Hokusai’s Ukiyo-e woodblock print series Thirty-six views of Mount Fuji are amongst the most celebrated….
Rare sports car Toyota 2000GT makes a come back as limited edition wireless mouse
Built in limited numbers, the Toyota 2000GT is a true collectors item that only the most dedicated sports car fan (with a lot of money)…
‘Sake meets Ramen’ liquor jar from 348 year old brewery boosts beverage industry
Are you a ramen fan? Do you like sake? If you are, then chances are you know how well the two pair together – there’s…
Pumpkin patch on a plate – an October limited pancake at Cafe & Books Bibliotheque
If you’re a sucker for an autumnal pumpkin patch and all the delicious goodies that come out of them, then this October-limited pancake made using…