Nara’s Famous Deer Are Begging Travelers To Stay In The Area
The famous free-roaming deer (said to be nearly 1,500) of Nara Park in Nara, Japan are just about as big an attraction as the nearby…
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Interactive Sakura and Jellyfish Kaleidoscope Tunnel Opens Under Tokyo Sky Tree
Every year in Japan, the much anticipated cherry blossom season has travelers planning their hanami schedule, but for those looking for an alternative to outdoor…
Most Determined Shiba Inu In The World Chases Leash Around A Heater
While all doggos are good girls and boys, shiba inu tend to find themselves as the center of attention whenever they can. This adorable brand…
Two Cats Give Impressively Thorough Bicycle Inspection, Possibly Best in Japan
If you have ever owned a cat which likes to spend a lot of time outside, you’ve probably wondered, exactly what is it that they…
Sad Shiba Inu in Raincoats are Depressingly Adorable
Yu Matsu is the owner of a blog and Twitter which documents the daily life of his three shiba inu. The trio, Hinata, Aoi and…
Adorable Slumbering Otter Pouch From Japan Has A Tummy That Doubles As An Arm Rest
Japanese retailer Felissimo specializes in all sorts of cute and creative animal-themed goods, but their YOU+MORE! series (a play on the pronunciation of “humor” in…
Japanese Clingy Kitten Arm Rests Give You A Feline Friend Who Refuses To Let Go
Creative Japanese online retailer Felissimo has built up quite a catalog of quirky but cute releases in their YOU+MORE! series (a play on the pronunciation…
Japanese Cat Caught on Camera Casting Magical Protective Barrier Around Himself
Something us Japan-lovers are often told by skeptics is that ‘Japan isn’t like the animes! Don’t get caught up in fantasies! It’s just a normal…
Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa Welcomes Sakura Season — Underwater
Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is welcoming the cherry blossom season this year by bringing sakura to the depths of the sea. The venue, which has…
Japanese Gravure Idol’s Surprise Hobby Leads To Fishy Photoshoot
Whether they’re modeling for magazines, photo-books, or special events, Japanese gravure idols can go to some creative lengths during photo shoots, but the clamor of…
Bubbly Kitty Foot Glasses Turn Your Drink Into An Adorable Cat’s Paw
If you’re a cat lover who particularly loves the squishy paws of your feline friends, Japan has quite a few products–namely eyeglasses that simulate a…
Japanese Squishy Shiba Inu Marshmallows Are The Cutest Way To Level Up Your Hot Chocolate
Japanese online retailer Felissimo has a reputation for cute and quirky goods, but their YOU+MORE! series (a play on the pronunciation of “humor” in Japanese)…
Video Captures Akita’s First Time at the Beach and Gives Best Reaction Memes Ever
At five years old, Akita inu dog Fuji had never been to the beach. Source: akita_fuji When his owner finally took Fuji to see the…
Japanese Service Creates Wearable Super Realistic Replicas Of Your Pet’s Head
Ultra-realistic animal masks seem to strike the surreal sweet spot between “terrifying” and “adorable”, as seen with Japan’s viral gigantic wearable felt cat heads, but…
Japanese Twitter Celebrates Feline Goofiness With “Poorly Taken Photos Of Cats” Competition
Every once in a while, Japanese Twitter will break out a hashtag that shows off talented artists, handicraft makers, and cosplayers–as seen with the “A…