Discover the charm of Miyagi Prefecture with the help of Lapras
Put your exploring boots on and get ready to discover Miyagi prefecture with the support of lovable Pokémon character; Lapras. To begin your tour of…
Written By : Connie Sceaphierde
Mister Donut unveils 3D ‘poke ball’ donut for annual Pokemon collaboration menu
‘Catch ‘em all’ at Mister Donut with the all new three dimensional ‘Poké ball’ donut. This November the popular donut and confectionery franchise is collaborating…
‘Dig in’ to these cookies inspired by ancient Japanese burial mounds
You need only a sweet tooth to excavate these Kofun inspired cookie sandwiches. Designed by confectionary company Sweets Factory Cerise to commemorate the registration of…
Japan in Fall: Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival
Whilst Japan has summers that are great for spending time at the beach, and winters full of snow perfect for descending mountains with your feet…
This school in Chiba is taking a cultural trip to Kansai using Minecraft!
They say there is a silver lining behind every cloud. Although 2020 has been one of the worst years in living memory, with COVID-19 nearly…
New National Theater Tokyo takes part in World Opera Day and World Ballet Day
This year the New National Theater Tokyo will participate in World Opera Day on October 25 and World Ballet Day on October 29. Both World…
CHIME FOR CHANGE’s Zine on feminism, gender and self expression issues in Japan
CHIME FOR CHANGE gathers together the voices of those who are aiming to achieve gender equality and a stronger community. In their latest issue, the…
Warm drinks and fluffy pancakes arrive at Tully’s to keep you warm this winter
As the days get longer, there is a cold crisp chill in the air that can only be suppressed with the embrace of a piping…
Elusive Japanese crane family sighted for first time in 130 years at Lake Utonai
Admirers of Japanese wildlife will be happy to hear about the confirmed arrival of a red-crowned crane chick at Lake Utonai Sanctuary. The announcement confirms…
Restoring an ancient pilgrimage pathway in Northern Kyōto – the old Miyazu Kodō
Japan. A country dominated by anime, sushi trains and futuristic technology…or so the novice Japan lover is led to believe. In reality, the neon-lit lives…
A hauntastic treat available at Eggs n’ Things stores across Japan
Get yourself down to Eggs n’ Things this October for a spooktacular and hauntastic treat! All stores across Japan will include a special “halloween seasonal…
Shizuoka’s Izu Shaboten Zoo welcomes adorable new baby llama
There is a new adorable face on the block at Izu Shaboten Zoo. On 3 October 2020, the zoo welcomed in a new baby llama,…
These adorable kamaboko are the perfect spooktastic snacks for Halloween
With 120 years of experience, Uoman Shoten has become one of Japan’s leading companies when it comes to producing ‘fish cakes’ or kamaboko as they…
Satisfy your inner monster with these tasty brains from PapaBubble
Prep your tastebuds and tuck into a forbidden feast this halloween with these marshmallows resembling brains from specialty sweet shop, PapaBubble. Available in two delicious…
Put your running shoes on, Yokohama Marathon has gone virtual!
Like many other events across the world, the “Yokohama Marathon 2020” had to slam the brakes on this year because of the outbreak of COVID-19….