U.S Burger Chain Shake Shack Opening in Kyoto with New Exclusive Matcha Treats
It isn’t that long ago that beloved U.S. burger chain Shake Shack made its Japan debut, and its already become a firm favourite. They haven’t…
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Sailor Moon Lipsticks Have Gorgeously Detailed Cases Inspired by Princess Serenity and Black Lady
When it comes to lip colours, are you more all about pretty pink colours like Princess Serenity, or are your looks a bit more vampy…
Haagen-Dazs Matcha Salon Green Tea Ice Cream Specialists Opening in Tokyo for Limited Time Only
Haagen-Dazs ice cream is a household name in Japan, offering a host of seasonal and limited time only flavours, all in convenient one person cups…
Rilakkuma Sakura Traditional Japanese Sweets Coming to Convenience Stores for Cherry Blossom Season
Wagashi is a term that includes various traditional sweets or desserts. Distinctly Japanese ingredients and flavours are used, like matcha, adzuki beans and kinako (roasted…
New Original Tea Blends Inspired by Studio Ghibli Announced by Lupicia and Donguri Republic
Upmarket tea proprietors Lupica have collaborated with animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli before to bring us tins of original loose tea leaf blends, inspired by the…
Japanese Convenience Store Sweets Go Luxury in Sakura Matcha Godiva Collaboration
Ever popular, Japanese convenience store desserts are like little cups of heaven. Despite being reasonably priced, they’re always beautifully presented and delicious, and we are…
5 Best Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Tokyo
Japan’s food scene is notoriously difficult to navigate for vegetarians and vegans. But in the cosmopolitan city of Tokyo, it’s no surprise that options are…
Japan’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter Cafe Update Menu with New Magical Treats
Grab your robes and wands because the first ever official Wizarding World of Harry Potter Cafes have appeared, as if by magic, in Japan! Initially…
The Japanese Student Formerly Known as Prince Who Fought Back Against Kira Kira Names
We’re used to hearing about the eccentric names that celebrities in the Western world give their children. Apple or Pixie or Zowie to name a…
A First Look at Japan’s New Moomin Valley Theme Park Set to Open This Month
The date of Moomin Valley in Japan’s grand opening is approaching and there’s only a week’s wait until we can be transported to the idyllic,…
Gudetama Green Tea Tiramisu and Other Lazy Egg Treats at Maccha House Collab Cafe
Gudetama, a very relatable character, is an egg who likes to laze around. His creators, Sanrio, are famously responsible for Hello Kitty among other cute…
The Edo Period Japanese Folktale Giving UFO Believers Hope
In the early 19th century, a mysterious, unidentified floating object washed up on the shore of the Hitachi region in Japan and was found by…
Vegan Sakura Burger in Tokyo for Vegetarian Cherry Blossom Lovers
The brand Botanist actually makes hair and body care products, but they’ve crossed over into cafe territory with their set-up in the trendy haven of…
New Starbucks Japan Branch to Open Inside Kyushu Important Cultural Property
Starbucks is ubiquitous in Japan. There seems to be about ten in Shinjuku alone, and their ambitious plans to open more and more branches has…
Tokyo’s Pokemon Cafe Reveals One Year Anniversary Menu Complete with Cherry Blossom Pikachu Dessert
Japan’s favourite season is coming. The sakura will be Bellossom-ing and all you will hear from hay fever sufferers is Pik-achoo! The cherry blossom craze…