Mega Man LIVE 2020 – After Report
Dream of a VGM Fan I can’t say I’m exactly a Mega Man (originally known as “Rockman”) fan or anything like that. I haven’t even…
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The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo is one of Japan’s largest contemporary art museums. Between six and eight temporary exhibitions are held every year, but…
Tearing down history: The planned demolition of A-bomb surviving buildings and how Hiroshima locals feel about it
On August 6th, 1945, Japan became the only country to suffer an attack by a nuclear weapon. Nearly 75 years later, a debate is raging…
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Kanazawa Carries On Edo-Era Kaga Tobi Firefighter Festival
JAPAN Forward Sometimes, traditions have hidden histories to uncover. Other times, the origins can be surprisingly obvious and yet reveal how a traditional celebration has…
Spend A Night With The Boys of Hypnosis Mic: Tokyo Hotel Offers Themed Rooms
Ever since it launched in 2017, rap battle multimedia franchise Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle (AKA “Hypmic”) has grown in popularity, gaining fans both at…
Japan’s Giri-choco and Rental Girlfriends
Christmas is intended for lovers in Japan, and New Year’s is meant to be spent with family. How about Valentine’s Day? Of course, it’s intended…
NieR Music Now Available on Streaming Media
Step Into the Sound of NieR Maybe some people think that the music in games is nothing more than a bunch of beeps and boops….
Starbuck’s Japan’s New Year Drinkware is 20/20 Kawaii
Starbuck’s Japan, ever in the festive mood, is celebrating the new year with a new line of gorgeous Japanese oshōgatsu (New Year’s) themed drinkware. The…
PayPay Announces 40% Bonus Points Campaign
Japan’s cashless revolution continues. The electronic payment app PayPay announced on January 17, 2020 a new 40% Bonus Points Campaign that will run from February…
Japan Travel: Top Must-See Weirdest Museums in Japan
When you think of museums, what first comes to mind isn’t the word “weird”, is it? How about if I put together museums and Japan?…
Japanese people agree: These things are likely to boom in the Japanese market in 2020
In preparation for 2020 and the Olympics, new things like stations, facilities, and new areas are opening one after another. Additionally, many products are already…
Why does this YouTuber have bird poop on her face?
Man, what is wrong with Millennials? Eating laundry detergent. Snorting condoms. Putting avocados in milk—or something. I’m not entirely sure. I stopped reading that article…
Artist recreates scenes of Japan through pleasing pastel-colored illustrations
From the bright crimson of toriis and temples, to the rainbow of neon lights in Shinjuku and all the way to the distant blue of…
Celebrate Go Nagai’s 50 Years As A Creator with Deluxe Stamp Set Including Holder & Postcards
If you’re a fan of legendary manga creator Go Nagai, then you probably know he’s celebrating his 50 years as a creator. Naturally, for such…
Anime Themed Hair Salon Kyara-Make Machida
Get a New “Do” at an Anime-Themed Hair Salon! We’ve all heard of cat and maid cafes, various theme-based shops and the like, but have…