People have been talking about this one photo that a wife posted on Twitter. One day, when the wife got out of her bath, the husband suggested, “Why don’t I get you some watermelon for an afterbath snack?” The wife said, “Sure, why not” After a while, the husband came back with the cutup watermelon …
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This month, Japan celebrated the star festival of Tanabata, making it the perfect time for Planetaria Tokyo, a planetarium located in Yurakucho, to launch their brand new line up of galaxy-inspired snacks and drinks for patrons to enjoy as they ponder the mysteries of the universe. They’ve completely revamped the planetarium cafe’s grand menu, to …
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Iconic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion may have had its newest film, Neon Genesis Evangelion film, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time delayed by a global pandemic, but that hasn’t stopped a slew of merchandise releases intended to celebrate the film’s release. Just in the past few months there’s been Evangelion-inspired Fender guitars, Tamagotchi, and …
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Movie sign painters are very scarce in Japan. Once a thriving career in the golden age of cinema, only a handful of them are active today, carrying on the analog tradition of painstakingly creating signs with paint and brush, decorating movie theaters with vivid images of both domestic and foreign films. In Osaka, the second-largest …
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Whether it’s for the (then) world debut of ruby chocolate, rare volcanic chocolate, or cacao fruit chocolate, Kit Kat has always offered their most premium products at their Chocolatory stores. The latest Chocolatory location opening in the brand new Miyashita Park commercial complex in Shibuya on August 4th, 2020 takes the notion of “premium” to …
At the moment, Japanese fashion brands seem to be collaborating with Pokemon all over the place, to bring us super cute character-inspired clothing and accessories. For one, streetwear brand Milkfed has a currently ongoing campaign inspired by Galarian Ponyta, whose lilac and aqua hues perfectly complement Japan’s propensity for cute fashion. And if you just …
Japanese fashion brand teams up with Pokemon for adorable pastel galaxy inspired goods Read More »
Japan is the undisputed home of eccentric snack variations. But sometimes, like in the case of these ramen-flavoured Pringles, the strange snack combinations just make sense. What’s not to love about an alliance between potato chips and Japan’s most iconic noodle dish? It’s a perfect match, so no wonder it’s not the first time ramen …
Kanto specialty ramen flavour Pringles hitting Japan’s vending machines Read More »
Although it never got adapted to Power Rangers, Uchu Sentai Kyurangers was a popular sentai series both at home and abroad. With its galactic theme and a likable and dynamic team, it was a bold departure from previous series which won over many fans. With a total of nine Rangers to choose from, there are …
Sakurako Okubo, Kyurangers’ Chameleon Green, shows her true colors in Flash #1568 Read More »
Summer is the perfect time for fruity and refreshing sweets and Japanese traditional sweets, known as Wagashi, are famous for their seasonal specialties. One example is this beautiful warabi mochi made by Tsukiji Chitose, a sweets makers which was founded in the Taisho era, and originally based in Tsukiji. This historical area is known as …
Tokyo’s raindrop jelly-like traditional summer mochi has a Japanese citrus surprise Read More »
Since the recent global pandemic put a damper on many a wedding, the number of events taking place has taken a nosedive and put the wedding plan industry in a precarious postion. Escrit, a Japanese company which produces weddings and receptions, are hoping to uplift the industry with a collaboration that will tempt scores of …
Japan’s Moomin Cafe went viral thanks to a thoughtful and unique service that’s offered to lone diners in the character-inspired eatery. Rather than allow their customers to sit in solitude, a giant sitting pose Moomin plushy is brought to the table as a cuddly dining companion. This adorable move was covered widely in overseas media, …
The Japanese have embraced technology like no other nation on the planet. From robots to super-fast bullet trains to impressive vending machines, these citizens of the land of the Rising Sun appear to live decades or even hundreds of years in the future. For anyone who has visited Japan, they will attest to their very …
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While Tokyo’s metropolitan sprawl swallows most of eastern Saitama, the prefecture’s western borders remain safe havens of rural tradition, preserved history, and a rocky mountainous landscape. Mount Fuji is visible across much of Saitama like a watchful guardian of the natural beauty that lies just beyond the grey commuter towns. Since everything in Saitama is …
Shichi-go-san (meaning seven five three) is a rite of passage for Japanese children. Boys aged three and five and girls aged three and seven are taken to a temple or shrine on November 15th to pray for their continued health and growth. The children are dressed in their best traditional wear and receive auspicious sweets …
Japanese Shichi Go San Ceremony for Children Can Now be Performed for Pets Too Read More »
Our news feeds have suffered quite a bit during 2020. At one point, it has gotten so bad, the year even became a meme. So I think we all know what we need to cope with the feelings of gloom and doom. Dogs. Especially one goofball from Japan. “His name is Gen and he’s a …
Not to be outdone by a 63-year old fisherman who fended off a bear with karate, an 82-year old woman in Hiroshima prefecture recently shooed away an attacking bear by striking it and knocking it back, Yahoo News reports. Rumiko Sasaki had been treating weeds in her backyard along with her husband in the backyard …
82-year old Hiroshima woman fends off bear attack by punching it and knocking it down Read More »
When it comes to souvenirs to bring back to your friends after visiting Tokyo, Tokyo Banana, a banana and milk flavored sponge cake, is the reigning champion. The number one selling sweet is so popular it’s been turned into a premium golden Kit Kat flavor. Now Tokyo Banana is entering the ice cream game with …
Tokyo’s number one souvenir Tokyo Banana gets ice cream transformation Read More »
In Japan, there are a few top tier cosplayers who have gained a level of fame and popularity beyond the cosplay community. Enako can certainly be counted among them. As we reported in grape Japan, four years ago, she shocked viewers when she revealed on TV that she earned the equivalent of a million USD …
Top cosplayer Enako’s first cover and intro photo spread in Weekly Shōnen Champion Read More »
Japan has many beautiful villages spread out all across the country. Each village has its own characteristic, whether it be its abundance in history or its luscious nature, and they are all worth a visit for their stunning and unique views on offer! How about visiting some of these gorgeous spots during your trip to …
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With coronavirus cases rising in Tokyo and Osaka, the government will exclude travel to and from Tokyo in its Go To Travel campaign slated to kick off next Wednesday, tourism minister Kazuyoshi Akaba said Thursday. Speaking to reporters at the Prime Minister’s Office, Akaba, minister of land, infrastructure, transport and tourism, said the government will …
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Popular actor Haruma Miura was found dead at his Tokyo home on Saturday, investigative sources said. According to the sources, the 30-year-old was found unresponsive at his home in Minato Ward on Saturday afternoon. He was rushed to a hospital but later pronounced dead, the sources said. Police believe Miura, who appeared in a number …
‘Eternal Zero’ and ‘Kinky Boots’ star Haruma Miura found dead at home in Tokyo Read More »
Even faithful statued dogs apparently need to be protected from the Coronavirus, as a number of Japanese citizens have been caught putting facemasks on the iconic Hachiko Statue located at Shibuya in Tokyo, Japan. ICDYK, Hachiko was the faithful Akita doggo who waited for his master at the same Shibuya train station every day for …
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Take in the views and have a drink at Shibuya’s highest rooftop bar this summer The Shibuya Sky observation deck has become one of the hottest attractions in Tokyo since it opened last November on the rooftop of Shibuya Scramble Square. The open-air observation deck boasts 360-degree views of the city from a jaw-dropping 230 …
Shibuya Sky is opening a rooftop bar for a limited time from July 17 Read More »
Japan will start negotiations to lift travel restrictions for China, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and more As of July 1, there are 129 countries and regions affected by Japan’s entry ban as a precautionary measure against Covid-19 coronavirus. However, there is finally some hope as the country has reportedly been in talks to gradually …
Japan plans to ease entry ban for 10 Asian countries and regions Read More »
