In an effort to increase awareness of the novel coronavirus in Japan and promote correct knowledge about infection prevention measures, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Welfare…

While many on Japanese Twitter is reacting to a day of rare heavy snowfall in Tokyo by celebrating stunningly beautiful snow-covered cherry blossom trees and…

In robot-loving Japan, automation is changing the landscape of everyday life. Robot shop clerks greet perusing customers, and automatons take latte orders. Lonely residents, on…

COVID-19 has put the world on hold. In Japan, many schools remain closed, as businesses and commerce slow down. However, the energy of young children…

If the name doooo (@44doooo) rings a bell (or makes you shudder in fear), it’s likely because you remember the DJ and Producer as the…

Have you ever wondered how to make okonomiyaki, tempura, or Japanese style curry? AirKitchen is a new kitchen sharing service that offers visitors to Japan…

If you’re interested in gyaru fashion, or Japanese television variety shows, chances are you’ve seen Yuki Kimura, aka Yukipoyo. The half-Japanese, quarter Filipina and quarter…

A recent announcement from the LEGO company saw iconic video game character Mario saying “let’s a go”, let’s a LEGO, that is. LEGO Japan Co….

Sui San | © Flickr.com It has been just over 3 months since the discovery of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, which as of March 2020…

What a crazy, wild ride this one’s been! If you are a Yoko Taro, whether from his work on the Drakengard or NieR series, or…

In the days of COVID-19, masks are a must-have. However, retailers are struggling to meet demand as panic buying strikes consumers across Japan. Sharp has…

Japanese paper puppet creator Wasu has a remarkable gift for bringing kawaii characters to life. Whether with original designs or the extremely-popular commissions which regularly…

Illustrator and manga artist Yuuki Kikuchi’s “The Croc Who Dies in 100 Days”「100日後に死ぬワニ」 (hyaku-nichi go ni shinu wani) reached its inevitable and tragic conclusion on…

Japan’s host clubs have an established give and take system between host and patron–hosts use a combination of their hospitality, looks, and personal skills to…

With movies and TV shows that are popular worldwide, it’s no surprise that Disney has had countless toys modeled after their characters. In Japan, Disney…