As a countermeasure to conditions caused by the spread of the novel coronavirus, many Japanese businesses have adopted telework models allowing their employees to work…

Yakiniku, or Japanese grilled meat barbecue cuisine, is often regarded as a communal dining experience. Friends and family gathering together over a grill incorporated into…

Member of Japanese comedian duo Tunnel’s Nori,take Kinashi (AKA Nori-san) has been known for his avid work as an artist. He’s not only had 8…

Every year on February 14th, many parts of the world celebrate love with fancy store-bought or perhaps homemade chocolate for their loved ones. Airu (@airuria)…

Kaede (@yukicoco4) is a mother of a young boy. She posted two photos of her son on Twitter, and they are getting some viral attention….

We’re fast approaching the 10th year since the Great East Japan Earthquake toppled the region of Tohoku, and caused mass devastation throughout Northeast Japan. The…

Experience the ultimate Rilakkuma and Summiko Gurashi party starting this coming 6 March at Hirakata Park’s ‘Rilakkuma & Sumikko Gurashi Festival’. Pick up event-limited products…

ShioyaTeruko (@shiochin) is mother of a 9 year-old daughter, living with 2 year-old Kurosuke, a black cat. One late afternoon, her daughter and Kurosuke were…

For over 30 years, master of manga horror Junji Ito (who we had the pleasure of interviewing) has been showing fright fans around the world…

The 18m tall Great Buddha (daibutsu) statue in Konan, Aichi prefecture is somewhat affectionately known as the “Great Buddha with Sunglasses”. That’s because when viewed…

These new shark-themed pottery goods from Village Vanguard are sure to leave your house guests with some-fin to talk about. Designed by potter, Yuki Tagawa,…

Hit anime and manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba didn’t need its feature film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train to become…

Despite unveiling plant-based Whoppers recently, Burger King Japan seems fully committed to the meat train. Last year, they launched a new series of Strong Super…

The Mako reactor-powered city of Midgar in FF7 remains one of the most iconic and endearing opening settings in a game to Final Fantasy 7…

With giant wearable cat heads and even a service that creates realistic wearable replicas of your pet’s head, it seems like a good time to…