Kyushu, Japan hit by Heavy Rain as death toll rises 49
The Weather Department informed the highest rainfall warning to Fukuoka, Nagasaki, requesting people to take care of themselves and protect
Read moreThe Weather Department informed the highest rainfall warning to Fukuoka, Nagasaki, requesting people to take care of themselves and protect
Read moreHidden away by the Japanese Alps, is Shiojiri City. Regardless of the fact that it is located in the centre
Read moreThanks to Ginza Cozy Corner, a sweets making chain known for their beautifully presented desserts, Japanese Disney fans are spoilt
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Read moreThere’s only one thing better than a themed tea party based around a Sanrio character, and that’s a themed tea
Read moreTalented Japanese photographer and CG artist Yutaka Kagaya (KAGAYA) is known for his breathtaking nightime photography, particularly one-shot photos that
Read moreNo matter how much you like smoking, you probably haven’t found yourself wanting to hug and cuddle your cigarettes. Japanese
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Read moreFood-shaped pet beds that turn your cats and dogs into napping treats have become popular lately (including this adorable fruit
Read moreWhile those that can work from home as a protective measure against the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), those
Read moreIt’s no stretch to say that Mt. Fuji is Japan’s most iconic natural symbol. In particular, the image of a
Read moreThe death of female professional wrestler Hana Kimura on May 23, 2020 prompted a great deal of sympathy from fans
Read moreSafety measures in response to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have impacted many businesses in Japan, but nightlife
Read moreIn the post-pandemic “new normal” of self-quarantining and social distancing, doll makers have also been stepping up to the plate
Read moreAdorable cat cosplay is certainly nothing new, but Japanese Twitter user and cosplay enthusiast Yagyou (@YagyouNEKO) takes things to the
Read moreIf you ever come across your doppelganger in the flesh, you’re more than likely to have a big shock, but
Read moreArt fans may remember tacit but incredibly talented Japanese illustrator Avogado6 (アボガド6), whose artwork frequently explores the darker side of
Read moreGBL is a lineup of official Studio Ghibli merchandise which reimagines motifs from the classic animations as trendy and wearable
Read morePeople in Japan have joined the growing number of global supporters of Black Lives Matter and those who condemn police
Read moreNHK, Japan’s public broadcaster, took down an anime about the Black Lives Matter movement after receiving complaints that the animation
Read moreThe world’s view on the United States is changing as it faces country-wide protests following the murder of George Floyd,
Read moreIf you were told that Inteleon was going to help you cook your instant ramen somehow, you might imagine that
Read moreThis pink and expressionless, but cuddly character, is MAMO. MAMO is one of many PC cushions sold in Japan. They’re
Read moreAt only 18 years old, Jane Chong has created a unique art style that truly shines. She’s known online as
Read moreRegardless of whether you’re a cat lover or not, (though if you clicked on this story I bet you are)
Read moreWhen you take a walk in the woods, you usually ready yourself for stumbling upon mud, bugs, rash-causing leaves and
Read moreSome people just can’t get enough of mayonnaise. There’s even a name for mayo-holics in Japanese: マヨラー mayorā. Although it’s
Read moreThe May 25th murder of George Floyd sent shock waves throughout the United States and the international community. A video
Read moreThe matcha parfait is a piece of art, and Japan’s dessert masters continue to push the art form to new
Read moreKentucky Fried Chicken is celebrating half a century of business in Japan this year. And as they’ve done since 1984,
Read moreCharacter themed cafes are a common sight in Tokyo, but Harajuku AR box takes the cuteness to a new level.
Read moreIf you’re a diehard Pokemon fan who likes to wear their love of the series on their sleeve (or any
Read moreJapan’s food culture is known for regional specialties, which sometimes can only be bought by tourists when they actually visit
Read moreThere are a few islands called “Cat Island” in Japan. The most famous one is Aoshima in Ehime prefecture, but
Read moreJapanese Twitter user and papercraft artist Kasama (@KASAMASHINTARO) made a homemade figurine of an anime character, using the paper wraps
Read moreJapan’s swelteringly humid summers can be a challenge, even for those who have lived in the country their whole life.
Read moreOne of the most popular types of hot convenience store food in Japan is Lawson’s “Karaage-kun”, nuggets of karaage (Japanese
Read moreDue to the ongoing pandemic, members of the general public don’t have too many opportunities to see sumo wrestlers up
Read moreIf you’re not looking to settle for the clear and cheap umbrellas you see at convenience stores in Japan, you
Read moreThe Kawaii Monster Cafe is an icon of Harajuku fashion culture, blending the charmingly kawaii as well as the delightfully
Read moreIt’s fair to say that although many are fascinated by the possible existence of legendary creatures such as the Loch
Read moreOkamoto Industries, Inc. is the largest condom maker in Japan. Their condoms are famous not only domestically, but also abroad.
Read moreAt only 18 years old, Jane Chong has created a unique art style that truly shines. She’s known online as
Read more23 years is practically an eternity in the video game industry, and so while 1997’s Final Fantasy VII’s reputation as
Read moreSeveral companies in different fields are hurrying to develop cool and dry face masks to help people in the upcoming
Read moreIt can be hard to stand apart in the world of Japanese gravure models, even if you have very fishy
Read moreSusaki city’s icon Chiitan is one of the most globally recognizable Japanese mascots going today, gaining fame for having an
Read moreThe results were published days after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe fully lifted the country’s state of emergency. Japanese scientists created
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