Christmas Tree Inspired Frappucino is Starbucks Japan’s Most Festive Beverage Yet
Starbucks Japan have finally announced the their final offering in the Christmas beverage line-up for this year. Much like the three kings bringing their gifts…
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Use a Pikachu Stamp to Sign Official Japanese Documents with a Pokemon Seal
That’s seal, not Seel. But now it’s possible to get a Seel on your seal if you want. In Japan, rather than signing documents and…
Japanese Grandma Learning English One Word a Day to Help Out During the Tokyo Olympics
Omotenashi is a Japanese word which is being thrown around a whole lot in the run up to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Omotenashi means hospitality,…
Starbucks Japan Exclusive Winter ‘You Are Here’ Mugs Depict Snowy Mount Fuji
Lovers of coffee-related souvenirs can rejoice, Starbucks’ ‘You Are Here Collection’, which has previously showcased many different countries, is making another appearance for a winter…
Try All Kit Kat Japan’s Coolest Flavours in $55 Anniversary Box
Japan has become known overseas for their many delicious and eccentric Kit Kat flavours. Some are seasonal, and others are inspired by traditional and regional…
Pokemon Tamagotchi Featuring Eevee is the Ultimate Crossover for Nostalgic 90s Kids
For those who don’t remember Tamagotchis, the original was a small, round handheld device on a keychain. The simple game involved raising your own virtual…
Tokyo’s Pokemon Cafe Unveils Eevee and Pikachu Menu Plus 151 Pokemon Latte Art
Japan’s one and only official, permanent Pokemon Cafe is celebrating the release of Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! with a special, limited…
Lindt Japan Combines Matcha Green Tea with Luxurious Hot Chocolate for Special Christmas Drink
Matcha fans are absolutely spoilt in Japan. The country can’t get enough of the bitter green tea flavour and there’s a constant influx of matcha…
Creepy Abandoned Underground Train Station in Tokyo Now Open to the Public
If you’re interested in ‘haikyo’ (the exploration of abandoned areas for creepy thrills and cool photos), but less excited about the ‘tresspassing’ aspect of the…
Shibuya Sky Building Will Give 230m High Rooftop View of Tokyo’s Famous Crossing
Under plans for Shibuya’s redevelopment, various construction projects are taking place around the train station, including the Shibuya Sky Building. The tourist and youth heavy…
Tokyo’s Disney Princess Themed Illuminations Feature Frozen and Tangled This Christmas
For Tokyo’s various districts, Christmas isn’t about presents or goodwill to all men. It’s a full-on battle to put on the most elaborate LED light…
Stunning and Heartwarming Photography From the ‘Bubble Uncle’ Who Spreads Joy Around Japan
A man who calls himself Bubble Ojisan (a word meaning a middle aged man or uncle) on Twitter has been spreading joy with the simple…
Why This White Shiba Inu Has Become Instagram’s Favourite English Teacher
Instagram pet celebrities aren’t exactly thin on the ground in Japan, and shiba inu, arguably the country’s favourite national breed, are among the most popular….
Tokyo Winter Illuminations Guide 2018: For a Sparkling Japanese Christmas
Although Japan doesn’t strictly celebrate Christmas, come winter it’s become a steadfast tradition for various districts of Tokyo to furiously attempt to outdo each other,…
‘Nose-hair’ and Other Japanese Family Names That Make People Hate Their Ancestors
Japan is a country with a population of about 130 million people and about 300,000 different family names. You’ve probably heard of the common ones…