Make pancakes fluffier and healthier with this Japanese recipe
Japanese Twitter user ぼく Boku (@boku_5656) is a “culinary researcher” who posts recipes with cute illustrations on their account. You may have already heard about…
Cat’s old man sleeping pose has Twitter delighted
As any cat owner will tell you, kitties have a way of taking charge of the household. Japanese Twitter user Condria Mito (@mitoconcon) shared an…
Kiyoshi Kobayashi, original voice actor for Lupin III’s Daisuke Jigen, passes away
Veteran voice actor 小林清志 Kiyoshi Kobayashi, known for his role as marksman 次元大介 Daisuke Jigen in the anime series based on Monkey Punch’s Lupin III…
Japanese cat’s “slot machine” eyes provoke laughs online
Most cat owners are eager to take pictures of their beloved cat’s adorable appearance. However, cats, who follow their own whims, have no concept of…
From Food Waste to Beer: Bread Crusts and Coffee Beans Transformed into Delicious Brews
The Kuramae district in Taito Ward of Tokyo partnered with Asahi Breweries to reduce food waste and build community through craft beer. Akiko Shigematsu, for…
This cat freaks out adorably anytime it sees a stuffed dog toy
Most cat owners know that our feline friends can pull off some incredible facial expressions, so it’s hard to be surprised by one. Japanese Twitter…
Stylish Japanese cream sodas, cafe fare and more await on the second floor at Kissa Nikai
Japanese Cream Sodas As part of the retro-revival trend in Japan which brings back or takes inspiration from food, fashion, design, and music of the…
Delicious and refreshing cold ramen recipe is a must-try this summer
If you’ve ever visited Japan during summer or have experience eating at Japanese restaurants, you may already know about 冷やし中華 hiyashi chūka, the chilled Chinese…
Celebrity couple delights fans with awesome Kiki’s Delivery Service maternity photo cosplay
Here at grape Japan, we’ve had a few opportunities to introduce cosplay and cosplay outfits inspired by Studio Ghibli’s films. For example, there was this…
Woman’s fried chicken shopping mistake has Twitter in sympathetic stitches
Karaage, or Japanese-style fried chicken (there’s a slight difference between it and others, if you’re wondering) is an absolute foodie favorite in Japan. Whether it’s…
One photo that shows why the pros outweigh the cons in the Japanese countryside
In Japan, there are certain inconveniences to living in the countryside. Having restaurants and convenience stores that seem like they are around every corner in…
Payphones look like they’re in a giant plastic model sprue in toy-famous Japanese city
Although the number of payphones installed in Japan is decreasing due to the widespread use of smartphones, they can still be found. Payphones in Japan…
Overflowing otoro, uni and ikura sushi joins all-you-can-eat menu at Sushi Bar Fujiyama
Starting tomorrow, August 5th, 2022, the Sushi Bar Fujiyama branch in the Akihabara neighborhood of Tokyo is introducing a new dish called フジヤマこぼれ寿司 (fujiyama kobore-zushi…
New Japanese website lets you build or recreate the perfect cat–with over 200 million combinations
For cat lovers, the idea of recreating what already is the perfect cat–the one or ones they live with–doesn’t quite seem possible, but that doesn’t…
Thinking of taking a float to the beach? Japan Coast Guard warns about dangers in PSA videos
Summer is a popular time for leisure activities at sea. For many people, enjoying a cool dip in the sea on a hot day makes…