Stop-motion anime Pui Pui Molcar drives into its first mobile game
Japanese stop motion anime PUI PUI Molcar has gained viral popularity ever since it’s debut last year, and now the guinea pig and car hybrid…
Apps
Pursue the virtual Japanese boyfriend of your dreams via smartphone with “VR Boyfriend”
On June 24th, Japanese mobile network company IVR officially released “VR Kareshi” (boyfriend), a virtual dating service app available for Android/iOS, as previously introduced in…
Coca-Cola Japan launches buy-one-get-one-free campaign on the “Coke ON” app
Cola-Cola Japan will launch their largest campaign yet on the official Coca-Cola app “Coke ON” from April 5, 2021. From April 5th to May 16th…
Enjoy a virtual Shikoku Pilgrimage experience with the ‘Ohenro Walking’ App
Put your hiking boots on and get ready to experience the Shikoku Pilgrimage from your local area with the virtual pilgrimage experience ‘Ohenro Walking’ app….
Funny and Popular Recommended Mobile Games In Japan
In Japan, you often see people on trains, buses looking at their phones and I am sure many have wondered what are they doing, are…
Most useful mobile applications when traveling or living in Japan
Traveling to Japan or living in Japan and looking for some good mobile apps and to make your trip/life easier? The mobile applications below can…
Idolmaster’s New AR Feature Lets You Take Interactive Anime Idol Girls With You…Everywhere
The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls: Starlight Stage, made by Cygames and Bandai Namco Studios for the Mobage mobile social network platform, is a free-to-play simulation game…
Police Issue Warning After Viral Game Challenge With Disturbing Demon “Momo” Takes Dark Turn
Update: Police have now recently issued further warnings about the “Momo” game being related to data harvesting schemes. Authorities in several countries have issued warnings…
Lovecraftian Horror Unleashed in the Murky Depths of Green Tea
Unless you’ve experienced some horrible beverage-related trauma, it’s unlikely that you find much about green tea to be terrifying. Japanese Twitter user and 3DCG practitioner…
Needle Felt Neko Atsume Buddies Are The Kitties You Don’t Need To Lure Into Your Backyard
Smart Phone app sensation Neko Atsume (or Cat Collector, if you prefer) purred its way into a worldwide hit, resulting in several merchandise lineups of…
New App Now Lets You Make Shinkansen Reservations From Overseas
Even though the JR Rail Pass allows for the convenience of an “all-you-can-ride” experience on trains in Japan, sorting out tickets to ride the shinkansen…
“Beautiful Robot Girl” AI App Hopes To Deliver Authentic Girlfriend Conversation Experience
We’ve seen promise of a Japanese artificial intelligence hologram device embrace and anime aesthetic to be your perfect partner before, but a recently developed smartphone…
81-Year-Old Woman Learns How To Make Smart Phone Game In 6 Months, Make Tech Fun For Elderly
One of the most appealing aspects of Japan is the opportunity to see traditional culture still thrive in a modern day that is constantly changing….
Press Your Forehead Against A Hot Guy In Prison In This Japanese Smartphone Game
Japan has the corner of niche and quirky covered when it comes to smart phone and web games. Whether its a smart phone game where…
Pechat: The Button Device That Lets Stuffed Animals Talk
Tired of the “same ‘ol same ‘ol” rehashed cutesy phrases that your stuffed animals come equipped with? Well, thanks to this app-controlled prototype device from…