The illustration we used for this article depicts three women which the stock photo service PIXTA has captioned “fashionably dressed mothers.” This reveals a certain…

Sold only in Japan, these art inspired neck buffs from Buff’s JAPAN COLLECTION allow you to turn yourself into a walking, talking masterpiece. Made from…

Ayumi Umeno is a mother of three who uploads videos on her Youtube channel, where she talks about her thoughts and advice for other mothers…

Although Japan has more than its fair share of world-class destinations and scenic towns, none are quite as popular as Kyoto. The historic prefecture is…

A trend goes wild What’s the latest work trend in Japan? It isn’t teleworking or Zoom Happy Hour. No, according to trend research company Nexer,…

Sometimes, surprises come in small packages. A few days ago, Twitter user Tanabota banzai (@Ankosri) posted an unusual looking cookie along with a pamphlet from…

Yokai is the term for demons, sprites, ghosts, and all other supernatural apparitions of Japanese folklore. They can be neutral, malevolent, and sometimes even kind…

A Japanese shrine in Tokyo has been recreated complete with festival activities and decorations on the popular Nintendo Switch game, Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Players…

Japanese summers are muggy and brutal, and 2020 was no exception. Natsubate 夏バテ, summertime fatigue, is a real problem as the subtropical island nation’s humidity…

Temples are a must-see for visitors to Japan. Although rural shrines and temples are experiencing declining support in recent years, pilgrims often head to Kyoto…

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Tsumami zaiku: cloth pinching craft Tsumami zaiku つまみ細工 is a traditional Japanese craft that dates back to the Edo Period used to create beautiful ornaments,…

Here at grape Japan, we’ve seen our share of layered drinks with cheese foam and drinks containing jelly, even desserts containing shaved ice and cheese…

Masks have long been worn in Japan as a common practice for a variety of reasons, but they’re obviously an everyday necessity these days as…

Dating back to the 1600’s and covering a wide variety of topics including folklore heroes, kabuki actors, beautiful landscapes, and even erotica in gorgeous illustration,…