Japanese “Net” High School holds 2022 opening ceremony in the Metaverse
As we move further into the world of Web3 more and more individuals, companies and organisations are looking for new ways to carve a pathway…
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Nagano based company develops robot designed to reduce burden on declining rice farmers
Despite the fact that consumers have become more aware of their health in recent years, there hasn’t been any increase in quality natural farming methods…
Starbucks Japan swaps out plastic cups for glass, offers rent-a-tumbler alternatives & introduces 100% plant cutlery
Starbucks Japan is leading the way to a more sustainable future through the introduction of four new measures aiming at reducing plastic waste produced in…
Traditional Daruma doll manufacturing company releases edible Daruma monaka snacks
Three years have passed since the start of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and whilst it has caused heartache, loss and wreaked havoc on our daily…
Limited edition knitted hoodies feature Hokusai prints reimagined into pixel art
Knitting has long been a part of the regional culture of Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, with a history in its trade dating back to the Edo…
Celebrate 20 years of Cinnamoroll with a sleep over at one of these themed hotel rooms in Tokyo
Born on a cloud in the distant sky on the 6th of March 2002, Cinnamoroll is that lovable white puppy-boy from Sanrio that you’ve probably…
A gigantic “HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE” appears on Awaji Island this April
It doesn’t matter who you are, or where you’re based, the chances are you’ve heard of Japan’s most popular mascot – Hello Kitty.The cat-girl is…
Nightmares keeping you up? Call on the help of Baku the dream-eater with this tapir-shaped neck pillow
Have you ever had one of those recurring nightmares that keep you from hitting the pillow at night? If so, you’re not alone, with an…
San-X gives Rubik’s Cube an adorable Sumikko Gurashi makeover
Last week the government announced a possibility of region-wide blackouts, after the earthquake that shook the Tohoku area on the 16th of March caused a…
This company is bringing the single-toothed geta shoe back into fashion
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to have a maiko, geisha or oiran pass you by in the streets, you may have noticed their approach…
Converted warehouse joins 10 kominka houses as part of this nostalgic yokocho food alley in Yoyogi
Shibuya’s popular “goodwill alleyway”, Hobo Shinjuku Norengai, has unveiled an annex venue that converts a large warehouse (that neighbours the main site) into a yoko-cho…
Gudetama brings Easter celebrations to organic doughnut store Floresta
When it comes down to foods that are both sweet in flavour and appearance, Japan is the place to be, and no company has a…
Gourmet experts at Joël Robuchon unveil luxury “Year of the Tiger” Easter Eggs and more
Valentine’s Day and White Day may be behind us, but we’re not done with the chocolate season just yet with Easter hot on our heels….
Shrine in Mie Prefecture offers free Goshuin NFT as part of revitalization efforts
With tourism continuing to be affected by the ongoing state of emergencies, companies and organisations are beginning to turn their attention towards the digital world…
Accomodation venue INN THE PARK opens second facility in Fukuoka with views overlooking ocean
If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city without needing to travel too far, then you need…