If you’ve wanted to race around the streets of your home town on a pink-and-white scooter like Natsumi, now’s your chance! This time last year, anime film director Makoto Shinkai released his latest film Weathering with You — known as “Tenki no Ko” in Japan, which translates to “Weather Child” — and like his other full-length films and beautiful shorts, it became highly … [Read more...] about Natsumi’s pink scooter from Weathering with You now on sale from Honda for a limited time
Japanese illustrator’s “Real ‘Museum Girls’” series reinterprets classic paintings in SNS age
As you can guess from the header image showing Vermeer's "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" and Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" enjoying selfies together, this article introduces a series of illustrations which reinterpret classic paintings with a modern twist, imagining the women in candid moments capturing their lives on social media. This witty series comes courtesy of … [Read more...] about Japanese illustrator’s “Real ‘Museum Girls’” series reinterprets classic paintings in SNS age
Kit Kat and Tokyo’s no. 1 sweets souvenir’s gold caramel banana flavor gets Mt. Fuji packaging
Followers of the never-ending menu of Japanese Kit Kat flavors (including a recent incarnation as a chocolate almond milk stout) will know that Nestle has frequently teamed up with Tokyo's number one sweets seller Tokyo Banana for limited edition flavors. While there have been a couple variations, the Tokyo Banana Kit Kats combine the classic chocolate bar crunch with the … [Read more...] about Kit Kat and Tokyo’s no. 1 sweets souvenir’s gold caramel banana flavor gets Mt. Fuji packaging
7 Interesting Facts About Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan is an engineering marvel and record-breaker. This impressive bridge is not only very long, but it has been designed to withstand earthquakes up to 8.5 on the Richter scale! Here we explore why she was built, and see how engineers overcame the significant technical challenges needed to complete her. We'll also finish up with some handy … [Read more...] about 7 Interesting Facts About Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan
You can get your Baskin-Robbins ice cream served in a Poké Ball in Japan
31 Poké Summer event adds two different Pikachu ice cream flavors to the menu, plus a four-Pokémon ice cream cake. Ice cream chain Baskin-Robbins is more commonly known as just “31” in Japan, in reference to the 31 flavors the parlor keeps stocked. It’s not a static list, though, with new flavors continually being cycled in, and this month sees the addition of not one, but … [Read more...] about You can get your Baskin-Robbins ice cream served in a Poké Ball in Japan
5 safest cities for women in the world
Women are the ones who are most troubled by safety before going anywhere. Many news are heard where woman are raped, become the victim of violence, murder and kidnapping in the cities in day light. But there are some cities and countries in the world where there is full preparation of safety and female tourists can travel there relaxed without being scared. According to … [Read more...] about 5 safest cities for women in the world
10 things Japan gets awesomely right
JAPAN| Although Japan is not without its faults, it is nevertheless an incredibly efficient and easy-to-live-in country, and we’ve discovered that there are numerous things that the Japanese get not just right, but awesomely right. Here are 10 things Japan gets awesomely right. 1. Vending machines If you’re looking for something to quench your thirst – whether hot … [Read more...] about 10 things Japan gets awesomely right
21 things people miss after leaving Japan
Sometimes, even when we love a place with every fibre of our being, we just can’t stay forever. Family anxiously awaiting our return; work commitments; financial constraints and more mean that, at some point or other, many of us have to wave goodbye to Japan and return to our respective homelands. Some of the things people miss about Japan will be immediately obvious, but … [Read more...] about 21 things people miss after leaving Japan
Habits That Help Japanese Women Preserve Their Youth as Long as Possible
Looking at the modern residents of the Land of the Rising Sun, anyone might think that they possess a recipe for eternal youth. It might sound like a joke but scientific research proves that the aging process is easy on them. And this miracle happens not only due to their genetics but also thanks to a certain regimen of self-care, the details of which we are going to tell … [Read more...] about Habits That Help Japanese Women Preserve Their Youth as Long as Possible
After Pouring Soy Sauce Into These Plates, Beautiful Hidden Paintings Are Revealed
3D printing has been around for quite a while now. From toucan beaks to houses, we have already created some pretty cool stuff using this technology. Yet, we're only scratching the surface of its capabilities. While some are pushing it forward, attempting to produce 3D-printed food, a Japanese design studio has created something where you could put it. For only ¥ 1,080 … [Read more...] about After Pouring Soy Sauce Into These Plates, Beautiful Hidden Paintings Are Revealed
Incredibly Realistic Oil Paintings Of Women
Creating startlingly lifelike portraits, Chinese artist Leng Jun is a master of hyperrealism. The accomplished painter is mainly known for his detailed oil paintings of women, where each wisp of hair and fiber of clothing is rendered to perfection. Born in 1963, Leng came of age during a time of significant economic reform, also known as the Opening of China. This cultural … [Read more...] about Incredibly Realistic Oil Paintings Of Women
20 Pictures That Prove That Japan Is Different From Any Other Country
Japan, a country created from an archipelago off the coast of East Asia, is famous for its extraordinary and proud culture. The Japanese have a special way of doing things that may seem quirky to some, but this vibrant and prosperous nation can undoubtedly teach others a thing or two about innovation, imagination, family values, and respect for others. Here is a list of the … [Read more...] about 20 Pictures That Prove That Japan Is Different From Any Other Country