Muro Box – The world’s first smart music box
We are living in a technologically advanced era; with VR experiences, artificial intelligence, facial recognition and practically the whole world just a click of a…
Written By : Connie Sceaphierde
“Capturing the spirit of science” photo contest now open!
Curiosity makes the world go round. It runs deep in our blood, like an instinct left behind from our most ancient ancestors. Without it we…
Settle down with this adorable Nintendo Switch game featuring Koupen-chan
2020 has seen a rise in the number of nintendo switch game players across the globe, and with games like Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and…
Indulge yourself with these all new chocolate banana drinks from Lindt & Sprüngli
There is never a better time than any time to indulge yourself with a little bit of the Swiss magic melt-in-the-mouth chocolate known as Lindt…
Ride the great wave into Japan’s cultural history at the Tokyo National Museum
Japan is a big country, in both population, and in cultural properties and its history, so much so that experiencing it all can sometimes be…
Get your adventure on this summer, with the Lake Moniwa kayaking tour!
Let out your inner adventurer this summer with a kayaking tour in Fukushima Prefecture. Taking advantage of the natural beauty of the conservation area: the…
Enjoy Watermelon flavoured frozen tapioca this summer!
Summer. The sound of cicadas filling the air, the heat pounding down from the sun, and the food – so fresh, so sweet…but what do…
Avoid direct contact situations with your own personal “cat paw”
As the world steps up it’s game to fight off infections and viruses, due to the rapid and continuous spread of COVID-19 during the majority…
Calculator “pianist” perfectly replicates Tokyo’s train station jingles
When trains depart from platforms at stations across Japan, they are accompanied by a simple melody unique to the station and/or trainline. Designed to invoke…
Soar like an eagle at this adventure park in central Japan
You’ve heard of abseiling, you know what bungee jumping is, and you’ve at least watched a video or two of someone throw themselves off of…
Japan’s problem with puppy farms, plus where to adopt a pet in Japan
Puppies, kittens, hamsters, bunnies and a ton of other fluffy creatures that you don’t even know the name of. Take your pick, I’m guessing you…
Don’t Fight The Rainy Season, Revel In It With The Tomamu Dororo Rally
Tsuyu season will soon be upon us – the perfect time of year to let out your inner adventurer. With the seasonal heavy rains, low…
Plans set in motion to help repopulate and protect endangered black bears in Shikoku
Most people know japan for its iconic landmarks such as Mount Fuji or the giant torii gate on Miyajima island, fewer people however, are aware…
Astronomical calendar calling for astrophotography entries now!
Every year an original calendar featuring astronomical photographs taken by contributors from the public is published by Vixen – a company that produces a wide…
Free entry to Botanical Garden in Nagano during 2020
As lockdown measures get lifted more and more, venues are reopening to the public. This much needed action comes after weeks of heartache for many….