A Buddhist priest on the unlikely similarities between Zen and Studio Ghibli
At first glance Studio Ghibli and the world of Zen don’t really have much in common. One is a way of life, and the other…
Written By : Connie Sceaphierde
The challenge of cleaning Japan’s tallest statue; the Ushiku Daibutsu
It seems human beings have always had a bit of an obsession with the world’s tallest things. From the arguably mythical existence of the Tower…
A winter light display that celebrates every month of the year – Jewellumination
With the most number of light bulbs at a winter light display, this year’s illumination event at Yomiuri Land – Jewellumination – is a big…
Discover Hokusai through performance and stage art; ‘The Life of HOKUSAI’
Japan’s Katsushika Hokusai, is perhaps the world’s most famous painter. Believed to have created more than 30,000 works in his lifetime, that are highly valued…
Feline world domination begins as over 1,000 cat statues appear at art Exhibition
If one lucky cat isn’t quite enough to increase your wealth, then how about a 1,000 of them? At the Sen no Maneki-neko Art Exhibition…
Where to view the red glow of autumn this year: Ibaraki’s Ryujin Otsuribashi
As all the bright and beautiful colours of summer give way to the cold crispy winds of the later part of the year, the thick…
Witness capybaras taking a dip in an onsen this winter at Izu Shaboten Zoo
Head over to Izu Shaboten Zoo from November 21st to witness a winter tradition partaken by the resident capybaras. Once a day at 13:30 on…
Challenge yourself at this all-you-can-eat-and-drink ‘infinite dumplings festival’
Take part in this ‘infinite dumplings festival’ and see how many gyoza you can handle for the low price of just 2200 yen! Experience the…
Sink your teeth into this Pink Tiger Sandwich and satisfy that growling tummy
This tiger-inspired sandwich will have you prowling the streets of Tokyo’s concrete jungle. Released by Le Cafe de Joel on October 27th, the stylish sandwich…
Dress up in Disney-themed kimonos for a fairytale photoshoot with a Japanese twist
Step into adulthood looking and feeling like a true princess with these Disney themed kimonos. The long-sleeved kimonos (known as furisode) incorporate motifs and colours…
Sea of Cosmos illuminated by breathtaking sunrise captured by photographer
Cosmos, affectionately named ‘akizakura’ in Japanese – literally, ‘cherry blossom of autumn’ – are a popular flower that blooms from mid September to early November….
Release a rampaging Godzilla into your home with this ‘Burning Godzilla Humidifier’
This new humidifier from Shine Co. Ltd, resembles the iconic burning Godzilla monster as seen in Toho Studio’s 1995 movie ‘Godzilla vs Destroyah’. In the…
Tokyo Rickshaw will have you swooning over their risqué new promotional video
As one of Tokyo’s most traditional areas, the Jinrikisha, or Rickshaw is a common sight in Asakusa. Across the city, Tourists can be seen sitting…
‘Japanese Week’ sees The Great British Bake Off labelled as racist by viewers
A heated discussion has erupted over last week’s episode of The Great British Bake Off. A number of complaints have been sent in to Ofcom…
Light up the darkness of 2020 with Wakayama’s winter illumination event; Festa Luce
Halloween has come to an end and all things spooktacular are beginning to bow down to the season of mulled wine, mince pies and merriment….