Meet Momo and Other Ghastly Girls at “The Grudge Girls Revolution” Exhibition
Momo and the Grudge Girls Although most of the world may only know about Momo through the Momo’s Challenge viral hoax, her origins are in…
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Visit Anime Sites with Tours by otomo in Collaboration with Anime Tourism Association
“Anime Pilgrimages” in Japan When making their travel plans in Japan, many anime fans consider visiting locations which inspired their favorite works, or as Japanese…
Fanciful and Fantastical Palanquins Paraded at Tokyo University of the Arts’ “Geisai” Festival
“Geisai” Festival at Tokyo University of the Arts One of the most distinguished art universities in Japan, the Tokyo University of the Arts 東京藝術大学 (also…
“Weathering with You” Exhibition & Collaboration Menu at Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo
“Weathering with You” Makoto Shinkai’s “Weathering with You” is turning out to be the hit film of the year in Japan. According to Natalie News,…
The Enchanting Forests Of Yakushima Explored In Stunning 8K Video
Located off the southern coast of Kyushu, the lush, green cedar forests of Yakushima are heralded as one of the most beautiful areas in Japan…
Japan Turns Competitive Pillow Fighting Into An Art Form
Pillow fighting as a sport! Most of us have enjoyed a good pillow fight at some time in our lives. (If you haven’t, you don’t…
Do Japanese Art Swords Surrendered after WWII Constitute War Loot?
(By Paul Martin) In recent times, there have been many cases of war loot being repatriated to the original owners, their descendants, or country of…
Traditional Japanese Cut Glass Set Inspired By One Piece Characters
There’s been quite a few ways for One Piece fans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the mega-popular anime and manga series this year, including…
Japanese Voices: YuNi no All Night Nippon i – Episode 10
Japanese Voices 日本語のままクールジャパン is a regular series designed for learners of Japanese to enjoy real Japanese language programming from Nippon Broadcasting System, one of the…
Get The Praise You Deserve At Homeru Bar in Osaka, Where Compliments Flow on Tap
As a general rule, children are more likely to get praised than adults. Some may not be so fortunate, but many of us can remember…
“Haikara-San” Apparel Exudes ‘Taishō Roman’ Aesthetic, Lets You Dress Like Benio & Shinobu
Fans of Waki Yamoto’s beloved manga “Haikara-San: Here Comes Miss Modern” as well as its animated versions on TV and, just recently, on the silver…
Find 500 Years of History in Okayama’s Picturesque Kurashiki
John Carroll for JAPAN Forward It is a somewhat curious experience walking through the streets of the Bikan old merchant district in Kurashiki, the second…
The Mystery Behind “Loosening Water” In Convenience Store Noodles
You may have encountered it when you bought a package of zarusoba ざる蕎麦 (cold soba buckwheat noodles) at the convenience store. Trying to look inconspicuous…
Japanese Voices: YuNi no All Night Nippon i – Episode 9
Japanese Voices 日本語のままクールジャパン is a regular series designed for learners of Japanese to enjoy real Japanese language programming from Nippon Broadcasting System, one of the…
Californian Duo Brings Kabuki-Inspired Play to Edinburgh Fringe
by JAPAN Forward KabukiMA, a theatrical troupe which practices and promotes Japanese theatre in the West, will premiere a unique rendition of Narukami Thunder God,…