One aspect of Halloween which has been fully embraced by Japan is the ‘treat’ tradition of the scary holiday. The country’s obsession with kawaii sweets…

The Japanese branch of international ice cream purveyors Haagen-Dazs aren’t afraid to experiment with traditional and distinctly Japanese ingredients to create exciting flavours which are…

Recently magical girl fans in Japan were treated to the release of a gorgeous compact face powder case inspired by Usagi’s Crystal Star Compact from…

When it comes to seasonal doughnuts, Japan’s branches of Krispy Kreme always have something special lined up. Whether it’s Christmas and New Year, spring, or…

Earlier this year, Italian sportswear brand Kappa teamed up with the legendary anime One Piece to release a ‘capsule collection’ of clothing featuring various beloved…

Japan’s ever-popular all-you-can-eat sweets buffet chain Sweets Paradise are getting possessed with the spirit of Halloween by adding some seasonally spooky items to their already…

Starbucks Japan’s seasonal sweet potato offerings have become a classic autumn treat, and they up the ante every year with new and exciting ways to…

Japan has become somewhat of a spiritual home for Moomin lovers thanks to plenty of awesome spots where fans of the rotund creatures can find…

The bubble tea trend in Japan has brought all kinds of interesting variations on the sweet beverage to the fore. We’ve seen very cheap bubble…

Japan’s Studio Ghibli merchandise wonderland, Donguri Kyowakoku, has everything a fan of the iconic animations could desire. From clothing to tableware, and even specially formulated…

Japan’s mid-autumn festival is on the way. The celebration is called ‘Tsukimi’ which literally means ‘moon viewing’, referencing the custom of holding moon gazing parties…

The adorably twisted ‘Kawaii Monster Cafe’ is a staple of Harajuku and a favourite of the area’s fashionistas, as well as a must-visit for tourists….

The brand X-girl was co-founded by Kim Gordon, a member of 90s rock band Sonic Youth, and these grunge origins are apparent in the retro…

Haagen-Dazs Japan are known for incorporating distinctly Japanese ingredients into their ice cream. With exciting limited edition flavours such as soybean, purple sweet potato, and…

Though Halloween isn’t a native holiday to Japan, the country still manages to outdo everyone when it comes to adorable spooky treats for the season….