Nijisanji EN holds second Vtuber audition for both female and male characters
Today, on June 18th, 2021, ANYCOLOR Inc. (formerly Ichikara Inc.) announced it had begun its second round of talent auditions for the Nijisanji EN Vtuber…
Heart-faced “Sheepa inu” causes doubletake on Twitter
Shiba inu are some of the cutest canines around, and whether they are divaishly holding up television photoshoots because they keep falling asleep or melting…
Highest grade wagyu served as traditional Japanese woodblock prints in delicious meat art
When it comes to wagyu, Omi beef (Omigyu) is considered part of the high quality meat trinity in Japan, alongside Kobe beef and Matsusaka beef….
Japanese company helps local souvenir products unsold due to pandemic reach customers online
Souvenirs are, by their nature, destined for tourists. However, due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, the number of people sightseeing in various tourist spots throughout…
Paper sugar packs for iced drinks to reduce waste in Japan, where plastic syrup packs are the norm
If you haven’t visited Japan before, you may wonder how sugar in paper packs could possibly be presented as a new idea, let alone a…
Kimetsu no Yaiba characters starring in Demon Slayer cheesecake tarts in Japanese convenience stores
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba burst on to the anime scene and quickly became a solid favourite of many. This popularity has spawned countless merchandise…
Coca-Cola celebrates 3 festivals from northern Japan in one gorgeous design sold exclusively in Tohoku
A few years ago, Coca-Cola Japan launched their regional bottle designs that celebrate famous landmarks and traditions in major Japanese cities. These elusive aluminium bottles…
Adjust the illumination of this 3-in-1 sustainable solar light by adding water
Switching to a more sustainable lifestyle may seem daunting at first, but it is actually relatively easy to do. Sure, it would be great if…
Airport runway staff in Japan treats departing guests to touching message of gratitude
It’s not uncommon to hear of workers in Japan’s service industry going the extra mile to accommodate customers with convenience and hospitality, whether it be…
Japanese fashion brand collabs with Discovery Channel on upcycled tire “Whale” shoulder bag
Mondo Design, Inc. is now selling the “Whale” shoulder bag in a special collaboration between their brand SEAL, known for upcycled bags made from reused…
Penguin and Polar Bear somen bowls are here to give your summer noodles extra chill
As spring gives way to a hot and humid rainy season in Japan, many noodle lovers swap their ramen orders for chilled servings of somen…
Photos of bleak shopping arcade and contrasting entrance sign shocks Japanese Twitter users
For many who have visited or lived in Japan, the word shōtengai 商店街 (shopping street or shopping arcade) evokes small shops competing for shoppers’ attention…
Japanese sushi chain releases rentable conveyor belts for home kaitenzushi parties
Kaitenzushi (conveyor belt sushi) is enjoyed by many as a family affair in Japan. However, the communal dining experience of having a sushi-go-round pass by…
Adorable photo set of fluffy Japanese cat in plastic box proves that cats can take on liquid form
We all know cats will do anything to fit into a box. Sometimes they will tussle with their friends to get in, other times they…
Tokyo’s newest Pokemon manhole covers take inspiration from the city’s museums
Pokemon manhole covers in Japan started as a campaign to bring visitors to lesser known areas of the country. These awesome one-of-a-kind designs can be…