Pokemon themed hotel rooms opening in Tokyo and Osaka let you snuggle with giant Snorlax
Mimaru, an apartment-hotel chain in Japan, debuted their first Pokemon themed hotel rooms last December, in their hotels based in Tokyo and Kyoto, the two…
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Little Twin Stars’ pastel magic to take over Shinjuku’s Christmas with cute sweets and giant Sanrio tree
Every winter, Tokyo’s various districts battle it out to see who can put on the most elaborate illuminations and bustling Shinjuku is no exception. The…
Starry Jiji accessories and more character jewellery appear at Studio Ghibli store in Japan
Donguri Closet opened earlier this year, as a new offshoot of Japan’s Studio Ghibli Merch wonderland, Donguri Kyowakoku. The new brand includes plenty wearable items…
Kyoto cafe’s super realistic green tea wagashi ‘moss ball’ will make you feel like a forest spirit
We’ve covered some pretty aesthetically impressive wagashi over the years at grape Japan, and it’s difficult to get over the amazing realism achieved by some…
Alolan Vulpix and Ninetales make for an icy cool winter accessory thanks to Japan’s Pokemon jewellers
U-Treasure is a Japanese jeweller that never fails when it comes to creating the prettiest jewellery tributes to various characters. They’ve taken on plenty of…
Disney characters get cutest mini-dessert Christmas makeover at Japanese confectioners
When it comes to adorable, character-inspired cakes featuring Disney characters, you’ll struggle to find some cuter than those that come from Japanese cake shop chain…
Pringles takes on Japanese chicken wings for new regional specialty flavour in Tokai
Thanks to Japan’s penchant for eccentrically-flavoured snacks, potato chips are a novel and convenient way to get a taste of the country’s numerous and diverse…
Pikachu Sweets reveal cute Pokemon pudding frappes to attack fans’ tastebuds with electric sweetness
Japan’s official Pokemon Cafe branches have taken the art of Pocket Monster-themed food to new levels, especially when it comes to desserts. So much so…
Krispy Kreme Japan’s Chinese Zodiac doughnuts look forward to a deliciously auspicious New Year
The Chinese Zodiac system of assigning animals to years is still a big practice in Japan, and this coming year’s animal, the cow, will be…
Studio Ghibli and SteamCream collab returns with charming designs inspired by Totoro, Kiki and Howl
Donguri Kyowakoku is the place to be when it comes to original and charming goods inspired by the beloved animations of Studio Ghibli. This merchandise…
Toy Story Aliens landing at Japanese convenience stores as traditional matcha wagashi sweets
Earlier this year it was announced that a Pixar themed bullet train would be speeding through south Japan in honour of the 25th anniversary of…
Starbucks Japan reveals white chocolate matcha brownie beverages for those dreaming of a green Christmas
Japan goes hard when it comes to seasonal treats, with a host of limited time only creations appearing throughout the year. Thanks to this reputation,…
Pokemon illuminations light up Japanese resort with giant Pikachu and more for the Holiday season
Winter in Japan means illuminations. Lots and lots of beautiful illuminations which turn any old location into an instant romance spot as soon as the…
Japan’s 7-Eleven teams up with historic Kyoto teahouse for matcha crepe and other green tea sweets
The events of the past year have led to a rise in products aiming for that ‘cafe at home’ experience, and thanks to this new…
Japan’s Kirby Cafe winter menu celebrates new ‘Kirby Fighters 2’ game with Wrestler Kirby burger and more
Kirby fans in Japan used to have to wait to get their fix of adorable food shaped like their favourite characters, hoping a pop-up cafe…