Rapunzel cake from Japanese confectionery shop is just as lovely as the Disney princess herself
Disney characters are quite popular in Japan, and they’re often used as inspiration for some of the cutest food items. The classic pair Mickey and…
Recreate onsens at home with ‘Japan’s Famous Hot Springs’ bath salts
Japan has such an abundance of natural hot springs (called onsen, 温泉 in Japanese) that it’s become a national pastime to visit one just to…
Kawaii Monster Cafe collaborates with Alice’s Fantasy Restaurant for new Halloween menu
Flawlessly combining the bizarre with the cute, Kawaii Monster Cafe is the essential Harajuku experience rolled into one edible, rainbow-colored package. As soon as you…
Why Japanese People: how Westerners struggle with katakana borrowed words in Japanese
Japanese ain’t easy. Any Westerner who has studied for an extended period of time can tell you all about the trials and tribulations of becoming…
Artist of miniature items releases stunningly detailed “twilight” room with a lunar motif
Until recently, I never realized that Japan has a history of miniature art. Netsuke 根付, for example, was imported from China and appeared in Japan…
Skateboarding maid illustrator inspires maid cafe maid to skate IRL and photos look awesome
Skateboarding maids If you’re into manga and anime, chances are you’ve seen depictions of maids, such as this cute and very fall-appropriate illustration by Suzushiro:…
Shiba inu has sweetest reaction to baby playing with a Xylophone
A dog owner ( @ringoro119 ) of Shiba Inu, Ringoro, has a one-year old daughter who gets along with the dog very well. You can…
Little girl has a very particular way of trying to beckon cats
“Calling for a cat” With the caption above, Kenichi Terada (@teradakenichi) , a father of a little girl, tweeted a photo. He took a photo…
“A brilliant idea” -Unique signs in train station will leave you speechless
“Seriously, the person who came up with this idea is genius.” With the above caption, Gucchi (@atgucchi) tweeted photos she took at Kuwana station in…
“Beauty that leaves you speechless”–Photos of a stunning castle view in Okayama
Yukari Mitani (@mitsuyuka_lp), a photographer, tweeted photos of a beautiful view widely spread in front of Okayama castle, and people can’t stop talking about them….
Solve this time travel mystery game on the Osakan railway lines
Take part in this special mystery tour game around Osaka which is being held to celebrate 50 years since the opening of the Kita-Osaka Express…
Studio Ghibli’s simple and stylish chopstick letters make sending a gift to an anime fan just a stamp away
Japan’s Studio Ghibli merchandise wonderland Donguri Kyowakoku is a must-visit for any fans of the legendary animation studio while in the country. Not only do…
Japanese bubble tea stand’s sweet potato mont blanc boba puts an autumn twist on the trendy beverage
Japan loves limited time only treats, and the transition from summer to autumn is when you’ll start to see the shelves and menus fill up…
Sandshrew expands Tottori takeover with even more one-of-a-kind Pokemon manhole covers
In recent years, intrepid Pokemon trainers in Japan have been treated to a series of original ‘Poke Lids’. These are manhole covers with awesome, original…
Peace Wanko Japan, the NGO that brought Hiroshima’s dog culling rate down to zero
Dogs. They bring families together, support those with disabilities, provide therapy to the elderly and sick and even aid those in need during natural disasters….