Author: Nick Esh

The Weather Department informed the highest rainfall warning to Fukuoka, Nagasaki, requesting people to take care of themselves and protect

Hidden away by the Japanese Alps, is Shiojiri City. Regardless of the fact that it is located in the centre

Thanks to Ginza Cozy Corner, a sweets making chain known for their beautifully presented desserts, Japanese Disney fans are spoilt

Anmitsu is a traditional summertime Japanese dessert made from anko red bean paste and agar jelly. It’s typically served with

There’s only one thing better than a themed tea party based around a Sanrio character, and that’s a themed tea

Talented Japanese photographer and CG artist Yutaka Kagaya (KAGAYA) is known for his breathtaking nightime photography, particularly one-shot photos that

No matter how much you like smoking, you probably haven’t found yourself wanting to hug and cuddle your cigarettes. Japanese

One of the cool things about fast food chains in Japan is their propensity to feature seasonal Japanese specialties that

Food-shaped pet beds that turn your cats and dogs into napping treats have become popular lately (including this adorable fruit

While those that can work from home as a protective measure against the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), those

It’s no stretch to say that Mt. Fuji is Japan’s most iconic natural symbol. In particular, the image of a

The death of female professional wrestler Hana Kimura on May 23, 2020 prompted a great deal of sympathy from fans

Safety measures in response to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have impacted many businesses in Japan, but nightlife

In the post-pandemic “new normal” of self-quarantining and social distancing, doll makers have also been stepping up to the plate

Adorable cat cosplay is certainly nothing new, but Japanese Twitter user and cosplay enthusiast Yagyou (@YagyouNEKO) takes things to the

If you ever come across your doppelganger in the flesh, you’re more than likely to have a big shock, but

Art fans may remember tacit but incredibly talented Japanese illustrator Avogado6 (アボガド6), whose artwork frequently explores the darker side of

GBL is a lineup of official Studio Ghibli merchandise which reimagines motifs from the classic animations as trendy and wearable

People in Japan have joined the growing number of global supporters of Black Lives Matter and those who condemn police

NHK, Japan’s public broadcaster, took down an anime about the Black Lives Matter movement after receiving complaints that the animation

The world’s view on the United States is changing as it faces country-wide protests following the murder of George Floyd,

If you were told that Inteleon was going to help you cook your instant ramen somehow, you might imagine that

This pink and expressionless, but cuddly character, is MAMO. MAMO is one of many PC cushions sold in Japan. They’re

At only 18 years old, Jane Chong has created a unique art style that truly shines. She’s known online as

Regardless of whether you’re a cat lover or not, (though if you clicked on this story I bet you are)

When you take a walk in the woods, you usually ready yourself for stumbling upon mud, bugs, rash-causing leaves and

Some 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

The May 25th murder of George Floyd sent shock waves throughout the United States and the international community. A video

The matcha parfait is a piece of art, and Japan’s dessert masters continue to push the art form to new

Kentucky Fried Chicken is celebrating half a century of business in Japan this year. And as they’ve done since 1984,

Character themed cafes are a common sight in Tokyo, but Harajuku AR box takes the cuteness to a new level.

If you’re a diehard Pokemon fan who likes to wear their love of the series on their sleeve (or any

Japan’s food culture is known for regional specialties, which sometimes can only be bought by tourists when they actually visit

Japanese Twitter user and papercraft artist Kasama (@KASAMASHINTARO) made a homemade figurine of an anime character, using the paper wraps

Japan’s swelteringly humid summers can be a challenge, even for those who have lived in the country their whole life.

One of the most popular types of hot convenience store food in Japan is Lawson’s “Karaage-kun”, nuggets of karaage (Japanese

Due to the ongoing pandemic, members of the general public don’t have too many opportunities to see sumo wrestlers up

If you’re not looking to settle for the clear and cheap umbrellas you see at convenience stores in Japan, you

The Kawaii Monster Cafe is an icon of Harajuku fashion culture, blending the charmingly kawaii as well as the delightfully

It’s fair to say that although many are fascinated by the possible existence of legendary creatures such as the Loch

Okamoto Industries, Inc. is the largest condom maker in Japan. Their condoms are famous not only domestically, but also abroad.

At only 18 years old, Jane Chong has created a unique art style that truly shines. She’s known online as

23 years is practically an eternity in the video game industry, and so while 1997’s Final Fantasy VII’s reputation as

Several companies in different fields are hurrying to develop cool and dry face masks to help people in the upcoming

It can be hard to stand apart in the world of Japanese gravure models, even if you have very fishy

Susaki city’s icon Chiitan is one of the most globally recognizable Japanese mascots going today, gaining fame for having an

The results were published days after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe fully lifted the country’s state of emergency. Japanese scientists created