Fruit daifuku shop run by HS freshman CEO tackling food waste by using imperfect fruit
On June 19th, 2021, a new branch of the Kanazawa-based fruit daifuku sweets shop Rinrindō 凛々堂 will open in the Kyōdō 経堂 neighborhood of Setagaya…
The Promised Neverland hotel room not based on Grace Field House, just nice accommodation for fans
The Promised Neverland has become a massive hit among anime fans worldwide, but with its creepy twists and claustrophobic atmosphere, the idea of a hotel…
Shiba inu cuteness cannot be contained in cup noodle bed, spills everywhere in adorable video
A few months ago we introduced a shiba inu called Charmy, and her favourite food-themed pet bed, which is inspired by Japanese instant noodle favourite,…
Adorable Kimetsu no Yaiba wagashi appearing in Japanese convenience stores for Demon Slayer fans
Japanese wagashi (traditional sweets) are known not only for their taste, but their presentation too. Sweet lovers can find beautifully crafted creations, but also tributes…
Winnie the Pooh’s Hunny Cafe appearing in Osaka with awesome character inspired menu for 2021
With all the themed cafes in Japan inspired by popular media, it’s really the place to be if you like to eat burgers that look…
Total Concentration! Play hard and study hard with a new Demon Slayer Toy!
Do your children love Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no yaiba? Do they want to have a smartphone? Sega Toys Co., Ltd. will make their wishes come…
No-Face piggy bank gets upgrade by burping, talking, and playing Spirited Away tunes while eating money
Japan’s Donguri Kyowakoku is essentially a merchandise paradise for fans of all things Studio Ghibli. Among all their charming Ghibli goods, however, perhaps their biggest…
Crowdfunding Rescues Niigata’s Traditional Geisha Entertainment Culture
Banquets in traditional geisha settings were a feature of Niigata’s ozashiki cultureーuntil the COVID-19 pandemic arrived. Here’s what one company did to save it. By…
Ready to throw a Japan-themed summer party? These items will make your party memorable
Although the novel coronavirus pandemic is still raging around the world, in some countries, things have eased up enough to allow people to consider throwing…
Soak up the beauty of Tsuyu with these recommended umbrellas from Tokyo Hands
If you’ve checked your weather app recently, you may have noticed some kind of pattern beginning to form; today … rain, tomorrow … rain, next…
346-year old confectionery maker combines moji and mochi to make “Emochi”, sweets with a smile
While “emoji” has become part of the global lexicon, it’s originally a Japanese word–絵文字 (emoji, meaning “picture word”), and has same meaning that it has…
Photographer captures touching moment between inseparable grandma and shiba inu
Japanese Twitter user YASUTO (@yasuto8888)’s hobby is photography, and particularly shots that show the charming relationship between his grandmother and her dog. A photo that…
Bread artist continues to delight with creations contrasting cute bear heads and buff bodies
Buff bear bread Ran (@konel_bread) is a bread artist who teaches baking classes and creates various original designs of sweet and savory breads. She’s most…
Japanese confectioner’s Father’s Day cakes are perfect mix of dad stereotypes and tasty desserts
Japanese confectionery chain Ginza Cozy Corner are known for their beautifully presented desserts. While some of their creations take inspiration from famous characters (like The…
LINE Friends and Treasure collaborate on Truz character cafe coming to Tokyo this month
LINE is the most popular messaging app in Japan, and as such, the characters that feature in their ‘stickers’ can become beloved stars in their…