Make Java finch candles, other cute crafts out of familiar items with Japanese DIY artist’s videos
DIY craft artist かっぱ Kappa introduces cute little things made from familiar materials on her YouTube channel. In her videos, she shows you how to…
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Serve up incredibly easy to make roast beef for Christmas with this rice cooker recipe
A Christmas dinner menu in Japan typically consists of the now long tradition of grabbing some KFC and a slice of Christmas cake. That means…
Fashioning Japan’s ancient mizuhiki artform into modern accessories using the AROMA Cord
What is mizuhiki? apple | © PIXTA Estimated to have been around from as early as the 9th century, the decorative art form of mizuhiki…
Japanese Twitter user’s stylish homemade keyboard is a winter delight
While most would consider not even glancing at your keyboard to be a sign of an adept typist, Japanese Twitter user Ize (@Ize628) has crafted…
Picking Japanese plums, making umeshu plum wine and umeboshi pickled plums: tips & process
This year has been quite full of events and collaborations, and I had many opportunities to meet many people and discover even more of Japan’s…
Funabashiya’s DIY shaved ice kits go on sale in Japan
Tokyo-based Funabashiya produces one of Japan’s traditional sweets “Kuzumochi”. They released an “instant shaved ice” (only available for delivery order) as a seasonal item and…
Japanese Twitter user crafts clever lid for Cup Noodles
Japanese Twitter user Gendai Bijyutsu Nitouhei Fujiwara’s (@f2touhey “modern art Private Fujiwara”) unique art work is becoming viral on Twitter. As you know, it takes…
Japanese artist’s Quagsire fan is the best way for Pokémon trainers to cool down
Karaage (@karaageakinai) is a talented Japanese model and figure artist who has a knack for not just turning Pokémon into awesome figures and displays, but…
Tokyo pizzeria distributes free DIY pizza kits to kids with families to help them avoid crowds
Earlier this year, PST Roppongi (PST stands for Pizza Studio Tamaki, after its chef, Tsubasa Tamaki) distributed free pizza making kits called お家de pizza ouchi…
Buy this authentic paella kit and help beloved Niigata restaurant Tío Pepe survive pandemic
Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection, many restaurants and eateries facing economic crisis have decided to close their businesses, while others are…
Make Your Own Umeshu With Choya’s Official DIY Kit
Choya is Japan’s leading umeshu (Japanese plum liqueur) producer, headquartered in Osaka. On January 16, 2021, Choya opened their online shop and began selling DIY…
Japanese modeler shows a clever 100-yen store trick to turn your figures into frozen prisoners and warriors
Figure and acrylic modeling artist @ume_k_bou writes in his Twitter profile that his motto for his craft is “free, easy, and dirty self-satisfaction”, and a…
An Oreo bouquet for Valentine’s Day: Mondelēz Japan’s sweet suggestions for make & wrap gifts
The Oreo cookie is an American classic enjoyed all over the world, and Japan is no exception. However, even though they’re available here, Oreos may…
Make your authentic and unique beverage this winter with the Craft Cola Kit
Thalgo Japon created a unique kit you can enjoy during this year’s winter holidays. Thanks to them, you can now make a luxurious beverage at…
Father crafts stylish “Nezuko’s box” manga bookcase for Demon Slayer fan family
Even the most zealous Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba fan probably wouldn’t see much of a reason to have their very own “Nezuko’s Box”, the…