Diablo Immortal collabs with BK Japan on diabolically garlicky and cheesy burger
On September 6th, 2022, B.K. Japan Holdings, Inc., which operates Burger King restaurants in Japan, announced it will launch a new “Diablo Garlic Double Cheeseburger”…
Why Japanese companies want you to delete the letter “C” from their products
With its crunchy texture and variety of flavors, Calbee, Inc.’s “Jagarico” potato stick snack has long been popular in Japan. According to a survey of…
“Rose of Versailles” anime film announced; new images of Oscar and Marie Antoinette revealed
The September 6th announcement that ベルサイユのばら berusaiyu no bara | The Rose of Versailles), the milestone in the genre of shōjo manga (manga for girls)…
The pleasant problem with throwing away a cat tower
Typically the problem with throwing away used toys and beds for cat owners is the inevitable feline protest. For @nicomugichibi, who lives with three cats,…
Don’t throw away your watermelon rinds! Simple trick to turn watermelon leftovers into delicious treats
Always tasty but especially refreshing in the heat, watermelons are near the top of the list when it comes to summer fruit. This is particularly…
Cats doing their best cicada impression look like a new cute species of the bug
When summer strolls around in Japan, cicadas make their presence known very well. While you’ll most certainly hear them before seeing them as they chirp…
Just horsing around: Museum tee makes shopper think it’s misprinted but the design is intentional
Located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, the 北九州市立いのちのたび博物館 (kitakyūshū shiritsu inochi no tabi hakubutsukan | Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History and Human History) exhibits fossils…
Mos Burger has opened a metaverse branch, “Mos Burger ON THE MOON”
Japan’s popular Mos Burger fast food chain has opened its first Mos Burger branch in the metaverse, “Mos Burger ON THE MOON,” to coincide with…
Japanese man surprises family with unusual gift bags from Hokkaido trip
The vast island of Hokkaido is a popular tourist destination surrounded by nature. In addition to its flourishing agriculture and dairy farming industries, Japan’s northernmost…
Japan’s moon-viewing tsukimi sandwiches get anime upgrade with Sailor Moon sausage version
When autumn approaches in Japan, so does the Tsukimi festival. Tsukimi, which means “moon-viewing”, is often celebrated by gatherings where people gaze at the fall…
Retro Japanese favorite coffee jelly turns into a delicious drinkable dessert [recipe]
“I love the way it comes together! I think I can do this.” “I wanted to use up the gelatin I had, so this is…
Clever Japanese glass design lets you know what you’re drinking
Typically you don’t need to bee told what you’ve poured into your cup of coffee, but Japanese Twitter user Kazuhiro Watanabe (@kazuhiro_wachi) stumbled upon a…
Disney Store and Cup Noodles collab on goods featuring Mickey, Donald and Goofy exercising
The Disney Store, operated by Walt Disney Japan Co., Ltd., will release a new series of goods produced in collaboration with Nissin Foods’ long-selling Cup…
Indian curry chef’s charming wisdom has bummed Japanese workers ready to get back in the office
Depending on your line of work in Japan, right around now marks the end of summer vacation and many are headed back to their jobs…
Gummies co-produced by anime singer LiSA go on sale in Japan
Kabaya Foods Co., Ltd. is releasing the latest flavor in their popular Pureral gummy candy series. Tart Cherry flavor goes on sale in Japan on…