Japan’s first ‘highest altitude fireworks’ display to be held on slopes of Mt. Fuji
Though fireworks are most commonly associated with summer festivals in Japan, there’s no rule that says you can’t enjoy them year round; and during the…
Written By : Connie Sceaphierde
Karaoke PASELA works on SDGs by cutting food waste in its huge honey toast cubes
If you’ve ever wandered the streets of a major city in Japan whilst on the hunt for something sweet to eat, you’ve most likely come…
Saitama’s first Pokélids land in Tokorozawa, Japan’s home of Aviation
What started a few years back as a campaign to encourage tourism to some of Japan’s lesser known areas, has now turned into a full-blown…
Sebastian Masuda’s ‘Yes, Kawaii is Art’ exhibition takes over Kanda Myojin Shrine
Knighted by society as Japan’s ‘Father of Kawaii’, Sebastian Masuda’s ultra-cute, ultra-colourful designs can be found all around us. Some of Masuda’s best works include…
Pino adds Basque Cheesecake flavour to their bite-sized ice cream range
With the temperature ever dropping, the idea of chowing down on frozen desserts are probably located at the back of your mind, but even so,…
Retired route bus gets new lease of life as repurposed mobile sauna
In recent years, Japan has seen something of an unprecedented boom when it comes to the sauna industry. As a country full of people who…
Unexpected creature gives driver a fright when driving Japan’s country lanes at night
Unless you’re confined to the inner city, I’m sure at some point you’ve seen a ‘Caution: Animals’ sign when travelling by car. Though not so…
Nissan’s feline car test drivers are back in brand new Nyassan DAYZ commercial
Last year, Japanese automobile company Nissan made cat fans purr with delight when they brought out a short television commercial featuring a kitty in the…
NAKED’s DANDELION PROJECT illuminates the walls of Hikone Castle this winter
Based on the concept of ‘a world full of peace’, the DANDELION PROJECT from Japanese digital art collective NAKED is taking over iconic landmarks across…
Indulge yourself in one of these beautiful chiffon cakes from KINEEL KITCHEN this winter
When it comes to desserts, puddings and cakes, no one can do it quite better than Japan; and come Christmas time, the confectionary-designing-game is taken…
KAWAII MONSTER CAFE reawakens in Osaka-based collaboration
Fans both in Japan and across the globe we’re saddened to hear of the closure of Harajuku’s KAWAII MONSTER CAFE at the end of January…
Eevee tags along with Pikachu in this year’s Mister Donut x Pokémon collab
An annual favourite, Mister Donut and the Pokémon company are teaming up for the fourth year running with their special winter edition Pokémon donut collaboration,…
More than just miso – MISOVATION, a complete balanced meal based on miso soup
For most people, miso soup is simply a blend of hot water, dashi and miso paste that is usually served alongside a traditional Japanese teishoku…
Traditional doll maker unveils Raikou kimekomi doll in celebration of upcoming zodiac year
Ornamental dolls play quite a big role in Japanese tradition and culture, and as such, there’s quite a variety when it comes to their types….
Holding on to to summer – 15,000 sunflowers still in bloom in Ibaraki prefecture
With the colder weather already starting to take hold, the majority of us are beginning to look forward to cozying up under the kotatsu with…