Beaches

Star-Shaped Sand Is Found On Some Japanese Beaches.

September 27, 2021 by Japan Informer

It is common to compare the stars of the sky with sand grains to see the universe's vastness. Well in Japan, you will literally see star-shaped sands in some beaches in Okinawa Prefecture. Enjoy a walk along Hoshizuna no Hama, the Star Sand Beach on Iriomote Island. Let your feet sink into the sand. This beach has an unusual type of sand. It is very extraordinary.You'll find … [Read more...] about Star-Shaped Sand Is Found On Some Japanese Beaches.

Realistic Cat Head Rice Balls Are A Feline Masterpiece Of Onigiri Art

With a wide form of fillings and flavors (tuna mayonnaise, fried chicken, pickled plum, and even cake), onigiri, or rice balls, are a completely popular mild meal in Japan. While considered a traditional Japanese snack, there may be been a few twists on onigiri in Japan, which includes drinkable rice balls. YouTuber and Twitter user […]

The progress of Japan in 12 steps

After World War II, Japan was a poor country with a number of economic and social problems as well as one of the biggest debtors of the World Bank. People and politicians were unanimous that something fundamental needs to change, and that was the only opportunity for Japan to have a bright and promising future. […]

Japanese Billionaire And CEO Of Rakuten Donates 1 Billion Yen To Ukraine

Hiroshi Mikitani, a Japanese billionaire, announced Sunday that he would donate $8.7million to Ukraine’s government. He called Russia’s invasion “a challenge for democracy.” In a letter to Volodymyr Zelensky, the founder of Rakuten, an e-commerce company, stated that the 1 billion yen ($8.7million) donation will be used to support “humanitarian activities to assist people in […]

When And How Can You Watch Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Movie Online?

Jujutsu Kaisen’s anime series has undoubtedly gained a huge global fan base. Unfortunately, the movie hasn’t been released in many countries, so fans have been scouring the internet for the Jujutsu Kaisen 0. The craze has only grown since the movie surpassed the 1 billion Yen mark in its first week. The movie also increased […]

How do people in Japan feel about eating whale?

If you hail from one of the many developed nations that comprehensively frowns on the practice of whaling, you may have the image that an appalling number of people in Japan eat whale meat. And while that may be true in relative terms compared to extremely low number of people who regularly eat whale meat in several parts […]

Meet Hana, A Japanese Kitty With Incredibly Big Eyes Who Is Taking Instagram By Storm

Japan | The 3-year-old kitten has captivated over 250k Instagrammers’ hearts with her adorably fluffy fur and big eyes. Her day-to-day life includes snuggling around, napping, being cute, and hanging out with her buddy the bird named Sai! Yes, you read that correctly. Unlike other cats, Hana not only lets the little birdy live in […]

Starbucks Japan adds new winter Mt Fuji mugs to region-exclusive You Are Here Collection

Tumblers and mugs feature some of Japan’s most beloved winter symbols. From sakura collections in spring to Christmas-themed ranges for the holiday season, Starbucks customers in Japan get to enjoy a wide range of collectible mugs, glasses and tumblers throughout the year, but for those who want something that says “Japan”, quite literally, then look […]

Japanese Artist has created miniature dioramas for everyday For 10 Years

A Japanese artist, Tatsuya Tanaka, has come up with an incredible project to show his skills. He has a website with the project name “Miniature Calendar,” where shows his dioramas every day in a calendar format.His dioramas feature small people going through daily events like ironing, gyms, and so on. These sculptures also feature unusual […]

60 Habits You Formed In Japan That Will Never Works In Other Country

Japan is a country known for its rich cultural heritage and distinctive way of life. From the moment you step foot in Japan, you encounter a plethora of habits and customs that are deeply ingrained in the daily lives of its people. These habits, shaped by centuries of tradition and social norms, have become an […]

This Cat-Inspired Robot From Japan Can Help To Cope With Anxiety

If you are a very busy member of our modern society, Qoobo might be exactly what you need. Qoobo is a round cushion with a realistic cat tail that moves when the pillow is being petted. This unique robot was created by “Yukai Engineering” from Japan. The company presents Qoobo as a therapy or […]