“This is love.” Grandmother’s handmade “present” warms hearts online
Japanese mother Kiyo (@kiyomura_2525) was recently presented with a gift from her own mother to give to her daughter. She may very well consider the…
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Owner breaks her treasured glass and cat has most adorable reaction
Japanese Twitter user Aya (@ayry0521) moved to the States with her husband and her beloved cat. Recently, she shared a heartwarming photo and story that’s…
Security guard in years-long standoff with cat trying to enter museum have touching morning routine
The Onomichi City Museum of Art in Hiroshima, Japan is definitely a must-visit for art fans in the area looking to take in any number…
5-year-old turns mom’s amazing Pokémon birthday cake into horror scene
Whether it be Tokyo’s most lauded sweets souvenir or beautifully crafted traditional Japanese confectionery, the adorable aesthetic of Pokémon just seems to have a great…
On day of tsunami, customer receives godly service at restaurant in Japan
Customer service in Japan is pretty often praised, but for situations where it’s felt that a worker really went the extra mile, the term “kami-taiou”,…
Father in Japan rescues cat from a crow, she rewards him with a feline fountain of youth
Taking in a pet can do wonders for one’s mood and emotional health, and the father of Japanese Twitter user @turi2018 found that out in…
Elderly shiba inu in Japan has the biggest smile when she uses her wheelchair
Pets rely on love and attention from their human companions, but that’s even truer when they get up there in years and encounter the difficulties…
Manga artist illustrates morning scene of policemen following old man biking, warms Twitter’s heart
Normally, if you saw a group of policemen following in a direct line behind a civilian on their bikes, you might get the idea that…
Japanese bodybuilder moved to tears when fan holds his phone up to him at the gym
For many gym-goers focused on their workout, it can be huge pet peeve to have someone approach them and chat outside gym-related talk like asking…
10-year-apart before and after photos of boy and kitten he saved in rain warms hearts in Japan
Two heartwarming photos Pyonta Froski (@pyonta_F ) posted on Twitter have been warming hearts of animal lovers in Japan and abroad. In September 2011, as…
Japanese superhero wins internet’s hearts responding to child’s SOS letter posted to vending machine
Many prefectures and towns throughout Japan are represented by a mascot character that is seen as somewhat of a local ambassador. These characters typically become…
Japanese artist’s simple obon holiday illustration has cat lovers around the world in tears
Observed as a summer holiday season from August 13th to 16th, Obon is the Japanese Buddhist custom of honoring ancestors who have passed away, rooted…
Breaking Boundaries: How one student with a learning disability reignited the spark in staff at a micro pig cafe
Recently, Pignic Cafe in Tokyo’s Akiruno city held a work experience day for a student from Akiruno Special Education School. At first, nerves were rife…
Hearts of dog lovers warmed by “Godly” delivery service staff in Japan
Customer service in Japan is often praised by both international travelers and residents alike, with many staff at stores and train stations going an extra…
Mini Shiba inu can’t hide adorable joy when his favorite “black cat” delivery person shows up
Although it’s often called “Yamato Transport” in English, “Kuroneko Yamato”, translates literally to “Black Cat Yamato” from Japanese. Kuroneko Yamato is one of Japan’s largest…