How to make a mask out of a sock in two minutes with no sewing skills

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey Baseel100 yen shop chain Daiso shares some priceless knowledge that we immediately put to the test. Paper face masks continue to be one of the hardest things to find in Japan, unless you happen to be in a store right as a shipment comes in or encounter the mysterious mobile mask merchant who cruises the […]

Make a high-end Japanese meal at home with the help of traditional Japanese restaurant Nadaman

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollNadaman’s new YouTube channel shows us the ins and outs of traditional Japanese cooking.  Japan has a wide array of traditional foods, from cheap foods like beef bowls to luxury meals of sushi and sashimi. But some of the best food that you can find in Japan is kaiseki ryori, which is made up of fresh, […]

Japanese Model in Minimalist Street Style w/ Murua Belted Coat, Zara Faux Leather Dress, Coach Bag & Dr. Martens Boots

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Catching our eye on the streets of Harajuku this day is Yuki Mine, a 19-year-old student and Japanese fashion model.

With her blonde hair styled with curls, Yuki Mine stepped out in a dark green belted coat from Murua, which she wore over a black faux leather collared dress from Zara. Black socks, black Dr. Martens boots with bow tied ribbon laces, and a black leather sling bag from Coach finished off her minimalist look.

Yuki mentioned that she loves to shop at Zara. Check out her styled feed on Instagram.

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Garden eels in Japanese aquarium are forgetting humans and need your help!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterHelp the eels remember us by gawking at them from your own home. It should come as no surprise that aquariums across Japan have been closed to the public to prevent further spreading of COVID-19. As a result, the lack of screaming school children on field trips and couples on dates is beginning to have […]

Mr. Sato finds a way to dress up for video conferences while staying super casual and comfy【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWhat his coworkers (thankfully) can’t see won’t hurt them, right? SoraNews24’s headquarters is located in Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood, and since that’s one of the most crowded parts of one of the most crowded cities on the planet, our staff has been working from home for the past several weeks. As one of our senior writers, […]

Beyond face masks – Japanese company selling anti-infection paper helmets【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelBox maker responds to nationwide mask shortage the best way it knows how. With the coronavirus pandemic coinciding with hay fever season in Japan, a nationwide shortage of face masks has been going on for the last few months. In response, many companies that weren’t previously in the mask-making business have entered the sector, and […]

Make a Burger King Whopper at home with new CooKING Burger @Home delivery set

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeIn Japan, Burger King doesn’t just give us the Whopper recipe, it gives us the ingredients to make it too! Out of all the fast food burger joints in Japan, Burger King is firmly at the top of our list of favourites. With special campaigns designed to appeal to Japanese customers, including half-price Whopper Juniors […]

How to make self-isolation tiramisu with simple ingredients【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeEnjoy an Italian restaurant experience at home with this easy recipe!  Here at SoraNews24, we’re all about keeping things simple. So when it comes to feeding ourselves at home whilst socially distancing from the outside world, we’ve been ignoring all those recipes that call for complicated prep or fancy gadgets, instead seeking out only the […]

Help Japan’s dairy industry in style, using 100-yen milk carton covers

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterMake your milk cartons ready for whatever formal event may arise. Recently, our writer Go Hatori heard about the Plus One Project set up by the Japanese dairy industry. The project simply asks everyone in Japan to buy “one moo-re” (their words, not mine) pack of milk or yogurt than usual until June, to help […]

Let’s cook this jet-black chicken in the rice cooker and see what happens【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWhen the opportunity to recreate a mouthwatering manga meal comes up, we’re not going to turn it down. Ameya Yokocho, a network of shopping streets near Ueno Station, is one of the most colorful places for bargain hunting in Tokyo, with shops offering all sorts of clothing and foodstuff at rock-bottom prices. But while Ameya […]

Japanese elementary schooler creates amazing infinite loop device for marbles 【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonSome kids get a little extra credit done while they’re out of school. While many children remain out of school due to the coronavirus outbreak, some choose to use their time doing something other than watching TV, playing outside with friends, or maybe even playing Animal Crossing (but hey, no judgment!). Some, like Twitter user […]

Akira goes free to watch online with three other anime from legendary creator

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThe modern animated films of Katsuhiro Otomo, some of the most expensive anime ever made, won’t cost a thing to watch. Manga artist Katsuhiro Otomo isn’t the most prolific creator, since there are only so many titles you can produce when you not only draw and write your comics, but often handle directing duties for […]

Never fear, humans: Frieza and Vegeta pledge to destroy coronavirus and save Earth once again

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale Roll“I, the great Frieza, will smash the inferior life force known as coronavirus to smithereens!” It’s times like these when we most need a hero; someone to slay the murderous villain and rescue humanity from destruction and suffering. Of course, the doctors, nurses, emergency workers, grocery store clerks, and all of the essential workers operating […]

The most mysterious place to buy masks in Tokyo: Out of the back of this random dude’s car【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelOur chance meeting with the mobile merchant. Last Saturday morning our Japanese-language reporter P.K. Sanjun got up, changed into his going-out clothes, and went for a shopping run to pick up breakfast, groceries, and other supplies. As he was walking down the street, though, a very unusual car drove by. Actually, the car itself, a […]

We spend five days trapped in a hotel room for our ‘Isolation Experiment’

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskSpoiler – five days with nothing but cup noodles and whiskey makes us oddly thankful. Since the outbreak of coronavirus, it’s safe to say that daily life has changed, and people have started growing nostalgic for the pre-lockdown days. At first, we were sad that we couldn’t go abroad. That turned into lamenting the fact […]

Demon Slayer manga creator offers a motivational illustration during the pandemic

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersThe cast of Demon Slayer is the latest to encourage good hygiene habits (not counting the boar’s head) in this humorous illustration. It must not be too bad being manga author and artist Koyoharu Gotoge these days. His work Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has been serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since 2016 and spawned a […]

Weekly Shonen Jump manga pirate given three-year suspended prison sentence in China

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThe long arm of Japanese publisher Shueisha’s manga law reaches all the way to Shanghai. On Tuesday, Shueisha, the Japanese publisher of manga anthology Weekly Shonen Jump and smash hit titles such as One Piece and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, issued a statement saying that a conviction had been made in the trial of […]

Sensoji temple at Asakusa gets a new giant lantern

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeWhile we were all social distancing, Tokyo’s most famous temple got a facelift. Sensoji in Tokyo’s Asakusa is one of the city’s most revered and historic temples, attracting thousands of local and international tourists annually. With a long history dating back to 645 AD, the temple marks a number of important occasions with traditional ceremonies throughout […]

New Studio Ghibli video conference backgrounds let you work from the worlds of Marnie and Porco

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWhen Marnie was telecommuting. Being a Studio Ghibli fan means being used to waiting. The anime studio’s last theatrical feature came out all the way back in 2014, and the only other thing it’s produced since is Hayao Miyazaki’s exclusive-to-the-Ghibli Museum Boro the Caterpillar (which we were lucky enough to catch a screening of). But […]

How well does a sushi maker from a 100 yen shop work? We try it and find out!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J KayWe’re pleasantly surprised to discover that a 100 yen gadget allows us to make acceptably decent sushi.  With many of us trying to stay at home at the moment, we’re sure everyone has been doing a lot more home cooking recently. And if, like us, you’re running out of recipes to try, any new tool […]

Goodbye, Kyoto Animation Studio #1 – Arson-struck studio now completely demolished, cleared away

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelQuestion now becomes what to do with vacant lot in Kyoto’s Fushimi Ward. Spring, traditionally, is the time for new beginnings in Japan. Not only is it when the flowers bloom and the snow melts, but it’s also when the school and business years start. This Tuesday, though, was also a moment to say goodbye. […]

Japanese swimsuit models holding online drinking parties with fans to encourage them to stay home

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSome of Japan’s most popular and beautiful gravure models want you to stay home during the spring vacation period. April 29 kicks off the string of Japanese holidays collectively known as Golden Week. In contrast to Japan’s more traditional vacation periods Oshogatsu (New Year’s) and Obon (in early August), for which people are expected to […]

SoraNews24’s first article written entirely by an AI

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterThe future is here, and it’s weird. Greetings everyone! About a month back I passed a very special milestone, having written 3,000 articles for SoraNews24. To celebrate, we decided to do something very special and enlisted the help of an AI to generate a full article after being giving a data set of my entire […]

Awesome Nintendo fan craft idea: Power up your cloth face mask into a Switch-style mask【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelA few simple changes let you wear your love of Nintendo on your figurative sleeve and literal face. Once upon a time (three months ago), paper face masks used to be easy to find. All you had to do was pop on over to your local drugstore and pick up as many as you needed […]

Shinto, Buddhist, and Catholic priests come together to pray for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollThe three biggest religions of Japan and some of their sects unite in the spiritual fight against the disease. As novel coronavirus continues to spread throughout the country, sickening hundreds of people daily in Tokyo, more and more people’s lives are in danger every day. The longer the disease persists, the greater the threat to […]

Japan’s latest work-from-home innovation: The wearable video conference background【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelCrazy telecommuting aid lets you ditch the digital trickery and have a video conference background with zero chance of computer glitches. As video conferences surge past face-to-face meetings as the preferred way to do business during the coronavirus pandemic, casual attire is quickly becoming the business norm, as very few employers expect you to put […]

Japanese restaurant chain shows us how to make katsudon in three minutes【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeEasy recipe behind this tonkatsu rice bowl uses just eight simple ingredients. There are a number of famous casual restaurant chains in Japan that offer quick and tasty rice bowl options, but when it comes to katsudon, bowls of fried breaded tonkatsu pork on rice, many people sing the praises of the Fuji Soba restaurant […]

Japanese McNuggets now come with creamy corn sauce, we attempt a potage with it

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterA new creamy delight for your next box of “McNugg.” McDonald’s Japan has been known to get a little wild with their Chicken McNugget sauces every now and then, offering special treats like Lobster Mayo and Sour Cream & Onion flavors. But this time they’ve really outdone themselves with a brilliant idea: Corn Potage Sauce! […]

Japanese company has employees-only capsule toy machine in its office for an awesome reason

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThe best thing you can get from a gacha machine? An instant reminder that the work you do has value. In Japan, capsule toy vending machines, commonly called gachapon or just plain gacha, are a common site at toy stores, shopping centers, and tourist attractions. However, one place you wouldn’t expect to find one is […]

Potted mini sakura trees are perfect for everyone who missed cherry blossom season this year

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSpecially cultivated to bloom after they arrive at your home, these trees will provide sakura memories for years to come. As expected, this year’s cherry blossom season was a massive letdown in Japan. But really, it couldn’t be helped, what with the coronavirus outbreak coinciding with the blooming of Japan’s favorite seasonal flower, leading to […]

Fossilized forms of Pokémon found in Uniqlo’s Daniel Arsham x Pokémon T-shirt collection【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersThe contemporary artist’s unique concept of “fictional archaeology” paves the way for these new illustrations of Pokémon monuments lost to time. Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo is well-known for its ever-expanding line of collaborations with prominent artists, designers, and pop culture franchises from around the world. Daniel Arsham, an American contemporary artist based in New York […]

Chic Minimalist Japanese Street Fashion w/ Silver Blue Bob, Motorcycle Jacket, Yohji Yamamoto Dress & Maison Margiela Tabi Boots

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While out and about on the streets of Harajuku, we came upon Suzune, a 20-year-old Japanese student.

Suzune is sporting a short silver-ish blunt bob with blue tips and an all black outfit. Her ensemble consists of a leather motorcycle jacket from Uniqlo and a Yohji Yamamoto zip-up dress, which features an upturned collar and a center-slit hem. She stepped onto a pair of heeled leather tabi boots from Maison Margiela and is carrying a crocodile leather shoulder strap bag from Zara. Suzune finished off her chic look with multiple ear studs and a single ring, all of which are sourced from a local accessory shop.

Japanese streetwear brand, Yohji Yamamoto, is Suzune’s fashion favorite, and she likes listening to Narubarich. Check out her style feed on Instagram.

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Japan’s poo museum opens online, offers turds of virtual fun worldwide during stay-home period

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeThe Unko Museum reconnects you with your poop and takes your mind off the crap of social distancing. It’s been just over a year since Japan opened a pop-up museum dedicated to all things poop in Yokohama, in Tokyo’s neighbouring Kanagawa Prefecture. Called the Unko Museum (literally “Poo Museum”), the pop-up proved to be so […]

New coronavirus cases in Tokyo drop to lowest level in almost two weeks

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelReduced number of new infections coincides with strengthened calls from government for people to stay home. Even in hard-working Japan, Sunday is a day of rest for most people. However, the coronavirus doesn’t take days off, and on April 26 72 new cases of coronavirus infection were confirmed in Tokyo, with the oldest of the […]

Hello Kitty set to keep you safe while driving… as a dashboard camera!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J KayThe busiest cat in the world is poised to keep watch over you while you drive — and as usual, she does it in style, as a super-cute dash cam. We all know Hello Kitty is a hard worker who’s not picky at all about her jobs, especially if it’s for a good cause. This time, […]

The sad reason this Osaka supermarket couldn’t sell out of two-yen masks

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterHard lives are only getting harder. At about 9 a.m. on 17 April a stabbing took place at a supermarket in Nishinari Ward, Osaka. On the same day, the market was offering a remarkable sale on masks in which anyone who spent over 1,000 yen (US$9) on groceries could also purchase two face masks for […]

In these non-sober quarantine days, use your leftover alcohol bottles for Gundam models【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Eli PangIn quarantine, every hour is wine and dine. Make do with a new hobby before losing your sanity! As multiple countries hit their first or second month of self-isolation, Japan is just starting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s recent nationwide state-of-emergency announcement. While not everyone has been following social distancing rules, for those who are, […]

The most terrifying but delicious Studio Ghibli sweets yet: The Princess Mononoke monster cake

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelA raging god to make your stomach rumble. Along with whimsical settings and dynamic flight sequences, anime production house Studio Ghibli is known for their memorable, mouthwatering depictions of food. Ghibli anime meals regularly serve as inspiration for home chefs in Japan (including the cooks in our very own SoraKitchen), and sure enough, recently Japanese […]

City in Aichi reduces water and sewage bills for four months, easing residents’ financial strain

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollPeople were grateful for the assistance and expressed appreciation for the government’s role in easing coronavirus stress. With many people losing their jobs due to business closures in response to the spread of coronavirus, finances are likely becoming tough for many throughout the world. At the same time, being holed-in at home likely means that […]

As Japan’s largest holiday approaches, one island in Okinawa bans guests from local restaurants

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Eli PangSadly for certain tourist hotspots, stricter measures must be enacted to protect their residents. Under normal circumstances, Golden Week is a time many look forward to in Japan. Consisting of a loose string of national holidays starting from April 29 to May 6, Golden Week sees a large influx of travel as people spend the […]

Another at-home noodle meal? Then play with your food with Japan’s Big Stream Somen Slider Custom

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNagashi somen-style dining at home for when your local restaurant and water park are closed. With many restaurants closed because of the coronavirus pandemic, a lot of us are finding instant noodles becoming a very regular part of our meal plans. At the same time, the closure of movie theaters, shopping centers, and other leisure […]

Japanese Red Cross releases important video on dealing with COVID-19 in a different way

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterIn evading the virus, you might find yourself infected with something worse. In this information age, it can be frustrating when the news comes faster and more frequently than the events themselves can occur. We can expect a vaccine in roughly a year, one-month lockdowns are optimistic, and the ramifications of what’s happening now will […]

Our reporter eats more bugs from a Tokyo vending machine, compares flavors【Taste test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyOur reporter Seiji ventures back to Ueno’s bug vending machine to learn if crickets and grasshoppers taste the same. We’re more conscious of nutrition and potential future food shortages now than we ever have been, and this is why some companies are turning their eyes to meat substitute products, including soy meats, mushrooms, and things […]

All Black Killstar Harajuku Street Style w/ Two Tone Hair, Spooky Tunes Bomber Jacket, Ripped Jeans, Brindle Armor Rings, Vivienne Westwood & Demonia Boots

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Here’s Remon, the 18-year-old Japanese student we regularly feature on our Harajuku street snaps.

This afternoon, we spotted Remon sporting a half color black-and-red hairstyle with her all black ensemble. She is dressed in a Killstar Spooky Tunes bomber jacket, a black shirt with a contrast white collar, a black lace-up corset with hanging suspender straps, black fishnet tights and dark denim pants with ripped details, all of which are from Killstar. Remon finished off her style with platform lace-up boots from Demonia and accessories such as a silver pendant necklace and multiple leather armor rings. Most of her accessories are from Brindle and Vivienne Westwood. In addition, Remon is also carrying a red rose and eye print Killstar backpack.

Remon lists Killstar as her favorite fashion brand, while she enjoys the music of Sheena Ringo. For her social media updates, check out Remon on Twitter and Instagram.

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Japanese tapioca bubble tea shops are suddenly becoming face mask shops

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonWe’re ready to hear them spill the tea on this phenomenon. Economies and businesses worldwide are suffering due to the COVID-19 crisis, and Japan is no exception. Many restaurants have closed their doors or are only offering takeout. Bands are starting to sell face masks as merchandise. As for bubble tea shops? They’re selling face […]

Japanese artist paints Cloud from Final Fantasy VII Remake using traditional methods【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scott WilsonNot just priceless, it’s gil-less. With the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Remake, fans of the original game and newcomers to the series alike have been creating some incredible works inspired by the game. And now that lineup includes well-known Nihonga (“Japanese painting”) artist Miwa Hiduki, who posted a video of herself using traditional […]

How to make Disney’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana French toast at home【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskTurn your kitchen into the Magic Kingdom with this recipe! Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea have been closed since February 29, and the park’s original location in California is closed as well. Many are missing out on the joy of the Magic Kingdom, and while Disneyland in Tokyo have been coming up with creative ways […]

Sheltering-in-place Japanese schoolkids form “Neo-Chorus” choir to refresh our hearts【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyPocari shows they’re the kings of both sports hydration and sentimentality — and want other school kids to get singing, too. The global spread of COVID-19 has resulted in lots of us staying home to “flatten the curve” — limiting social contact in order to reduce the spread of the virus and ease the burden […]

Handjob: The Japanese seitai body therapy studio that relieves built-up tension

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A talk with the man who helped bring Studio Ghibli to the west, Steve Alpert【Interview】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterAn inside look at Studio Ghibli at a crucial time in its history. Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli can now be considered household names around the world, but it wasn’t always that way. Even after quickly finding success in Japan with its hits Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind and My Neighbor Totoro, it […]

50 centimetres (20 inches) of unbridled beefy joy! Eating Tokyo’s extra-lengthy yukhoe sushi

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskAnd of course, we got the ‘extra meat’ topping, because the only thing better than meat is MORE meat. Yukhoe is a meat dish, usually beef, that originated in South Korea and is popular in Japan too. Similar to beef tartare, it is seasoned with salt, sugar, sesame oil, pepper, and garlic and eaten raw. […]

Brighten your day with this Japanese monk covering Bob Marley using Buddhist instruments【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThese are emotionally trying times. With the coronavirus pandemic lasting longer than many people expected, the only thing most of us can do is stay home to try to halt the spread of infection. However, sheltering in place feels frustrating similar to doing nothing, and the combined psychological effects of helplessness and isolation are taking […]

New line of Kirby cosmetics make makeup fun with star-shaped palettes and pink lush lipsticks

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollSpice up your makeup collection with Kirby! When it comes to buying cosmetics, everyone has brands they’re loyal to. But no matter which designer is your go-to, makeup collections inspired by our favorite anime or video game characters are always a hit. Pokémon, Sailor Moon, Princess Peach…we want them all! Newly available as of March […]

Retro game group in Japan donating 100 Super NES systems to families with kids sheltering in place

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelHeartwarming package also includes two of the most popular games ever made. As you can guess from its name, the Japan Retro Game Association (JARGA) is all about preserving and promoting the video games of yesteryear. Among other activities, the group organizes discussions and restoration workshops, and also sometimes just sets up old-school hardware at […]

We tried takoyaki-flavored toothpaste with surprising results【Taste test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonIs a toothpaste flavored like octopus balls too good (or gross) to be true? The Village Vanguard chain is home to many Japanese odds and ends (especially food-related ones), and that’s why we love it so much. When Mr. Sato made a trip there to find a cushion that would help him #workfromhome in comfort, […]

Brand-new Sailor Moon movie’s first trailer shows new look for old school character designs【Vid】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelOne of anime’s most popular voice actors joins the cast as Helios/Pegasus. Sailor Moon is never far from the spotlight, what with the franchise’s permanent stage show restaurant in Tokyo, beautiful apparel collaboration with Uniqlo, and the distribution of Sailor Moon condoms from the Japanese government. However, anime’s most famous magical girl has been absent […]

Tiny fish-shaped soy sauce bottles repurposed for sanitizers

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterWhat could possibly go wrong? Spend any time in Japan and you’ll probably come across those tiny fish-shaped bottles of single-serving soy sauce. From in-flight meals to school lunches they help give meals just that right amount of salty zing. However, in-flight meals and school lunches are virtually non-existent in today’s world. As a result, […]

Nodame Cantabile’s anime power couple return in short stay-home coronavirus video

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelVoices of music-loving lovers show us that they’re sheltering in place, and that we should too. Though health experts and government officials have been asking us to stay home, a large number of people are still out and about in Japan. But if people won’t listen to doctors or mayors, perhaps they’ll listen to two […]

Fans rate the top 10 backstabbing anime characters in survey

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shannon10 anime icons to remember, but not to trust. Japanese fans have got it all figured out when it comes to ranking their favorite anime characters, pleasant or not. When it comes to duplicitous characters, some are meant to stir the pot and others surprise us with their change in character or actions, but they […]

With no passengers, Japanese airline fills every seat on plane with masks and medical supplies

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelCoronavirus is keeping people at home, but supplies still need to move. Thanks to the coronavirus outbreak, the simple act of going stepping out your front door has become something to stop and ask yourself “Do I really need to?” about. And If leaving your house or apartment has become a questionable decision, that goes […]

How to make cheese with just three ingredients【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeA recipe so easy you’ll never need to buy cheese from the store again!  In Japan, the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is currently encouraging people to consume more milk, as dairy farmers who usually provide milk to schools are dealing with excess product due to the current school closures. Always ready to support a cause in need, […]

List of shame from Japanese government may be next weapon in fight against coronavirus

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelPolitician wants people to know which businesses in one high-risk industry are ignoring warnings during the state of emergency. Because of the way the Japanese legal system is structured, the government can’t actually order businesses to close or people to stay in their homes, and so there are still a surprising number of people out […]

Studio Ghibli releases new set of free wallpapers to download and use as backgrounds for video calls

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeNow you can spirit yourself away to the world of Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbour Totoro.  Just a few months ago, the thought of communicating with our colleagues from less-than-perfect bedrooms and embarrassingly untidy living rooms is something we didn’t have to think about, yet here we are now, living under work-from-home conditions as […]

Testing Japan’s stay-home sauna solution, the Ofuro de Sauna Kasa【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelA way to stay safe, stay steamed, and stay crazy, all at once! Staying at home is the safe thing to do these days, so thankfully there are ways to make life within your own walls as pleasant as possible. With our awesome yakitori grilling gadget and recipe for Shakey’s Mojo Potatoes, we’re doing OK […]

Japanese student dons full protective gear to return to school during coronavirus pandemic

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeShutting the virus out when your school won’t shut down.  With Prime Minister Shinzo Abe declaring a state of emergency for Japan, you’d be forgiven for thinking tumbleweeds are now rolling slowly through deserted streets as schools and stores close their doors to students and customers. That’s not what’s really happening, though, as streets, parks […]

All Rebuild of Evangelion movies now free to watch on online as creator sends message of hope

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelHideaki Anno, who created some of anime’s most depressed characters of all time, encourages humanity to show its indomitable spirit. With the coronavirus pandemic ongoing, spending the whole day at home watching anime has gone from “missing out on all the wonders of the great big world out there” to “noble effort to save humanity.” […]

J-rock star Yoshiki donates 10 million yen to coronavirus relief, asks everyone to stay home

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie Pask“I’m making my donation with the hope that it can help, even if it’s just a little.” the rock god said. When you think of X Japan frontman Yoshiki, a couple of things might spring to mind. Aside from his illustrious career as the King of J-Rock, Yoshiki is also well-known for his generous donations […]

How to use leftover Japanese curry: We test out a recipe for curry bread quiche【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersTips for an easy take on a popular home-cooked meal to try while social distancing at home. Kids and grown-ups love it. Japanese-style curry is a quick and filling meal for many families in Japan. Cooking up a big batch of curry is also a great way to either have leftovers for a few days […]

Japanese fans pick their top 10 fave dastardly anime protagonists in online poll

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyJapan’s netizens club together to crown fictional stars who are flies in your soup, pebbles in your shoes, peas beneath your bed, or just plain evil! Whoever said a story needs to focus on the good guy? While in general people love to root for a plucky, kindhearted underdog, the huge media response to Breaking […]

Japanese bank using cute stuffed animals to try to stop the spread of the coronavirus

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelLeaving extra space between yourself and other people is the safe, and in this case adorable, thing to do. In Japan, cuteness isn’t just for kids, but an important part of any organization’s PR efforts. So you can be sure that if even an enema company has an adorable mascot character in Japan, one of […]

Pokémon Girls collection from Japanese lingerie brand Peach John appears【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeePikachu, Eevee and Jigglypuff are just some of the loveable characters popping up in this new collection. Now that we’re staying indoors more than usual, swapping lunch dates at the Pokémon cafe for virtual chats with Pokémon backgrounds and lamenting the fact that the Pokémon anime is officially on hiatus, we’ve been missing our pocket monster friends more than […]

Japanese city sends heartwarming care package to out-of-town students during coronavirus crisis

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeYoung people well up with hometown pride and tears as mayor thanks them for staying away to protect their families. Coronavirus cases are beginning to increase dramatically in Japan right now, prompting the national government to expand their state of emergency this week from seven prefectures to all 47 across the entire nation. Prime Minister […]

“Grateful for the Heroes” manga hashtag slammed by nurse in Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeHealthcare worker makes a valid point about joining an online trend just for the sake of it. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to take lives and cause large numbers to be hospitalised, medical facilities and those who work in them are struggling to keep the healthcare system from collapsing, all while having to cope with a lack […]

Telecommute with Pikachu! Over 250 Pokémon video chat backgrounds now free to download

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelHide your home while showing your love for Pokémon. As the mascot of both the Pokémon anime and video game franchises, Pikachu has spent the last few decades providing entertainment to fans around the globe. That doesn’t mean that the famous Pocket Monster is all-play and no-work, though. We’ve seen Pikachu put on a suit […]

What state of emergency? People in Tokyo defy requests to stay home during coronavirus outbreak

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeNo social distancing at parks, shops and tourist sites on a Sunny Sunday.  For a while, coronavirus cases in Japan were surprisingly low compared to a number of other countries around the world. However, with very few tests being conducted, pundits wondered if the true numbers might be higher and people had been lulled into a […]

Anime/manga One-Punch Man to be turned into a Hollywood live-action movie

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAn American movie of a Japanese anime inspired by American comic books. In many ways, manga/anime franchise One-Punch Man is a lot like its protagonist, Saitama. A young but bald-as-a-cue ball man with only a single name (which he shares with a prefecture of Japan that’s the regular butt of jokes for its uncoolness), the […]

Sailor Moon’s voice actress shares photos of personal script with first-ever “Moon Prism Power”

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey Baseel28-year-old document is a priceless piece of anime history. There’s a really simple test you can use to figure out if someone is an anime fan. In the middle of a conversation, any conversation, simply drop whatever topic you’re talking about and suddenly shout “MOON PRSIM POWER…”　If they’re a regular person, they’ll panic, but if […]

Japanese comedian Naomi Watanabe has a livestream YouTube channel, and fans are living for it

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollIf you’re a fan of the fashion guru and comedy queen, then you’ll love her live videos! Naomi Watanabe has been one of Japan’s top fashion icons for years, but after her recent guest appearance in the special Japan season of Netflix’s Queer Eye, and in the border-crossing commercials for SK-II’s Pitera face serum, she’s […]

Bring-your-own-pot ramen takeout service starts at Tokyo restaurant【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelDuring the coronavirus pandemic Ru offers takeout ramen, but not takeout containers. With many people worried about eating in restaurants these days, a lot of eateries have shifted their focus to takeout service. But while that’s a pretty simple transition if you’re selling hamburgers or kushikatsu skewers, it’s a lot trickier if you’re running a […]

How to make amazing Japanese fruit flower sandwiches

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeLike eating an edible work of art! Japan is well-known around the world for traditional specialties like sushi, soba and multi-course kaiseki meals. However, once you delve a little deeper into the local cuisine, you’ll find a whole array of familiar western foods that have been given a special Japanese touch. One of those foods […]

Man crosses Shibuya scramble crossing in inflatable ball

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeWell, that’s one way to social distance in Tokyo. Now that the Japanese government has declared a state of emergency for the entire nation, in an attempt to put the brakes on the worryingly steep rise in coronavirus cases, people have been keeping an eye on Tokyo to see if residents there are heeding the […]

Domino’s now sells tapioca boba pizza in Japan, and we’re so very, very confused【Taste test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelIt’s like a late-to-the-party party in your mouth, and tapioca is invited! Domino’s Pizza has never been one to be bound by orthodox culinary traditions, and that goes double for the chain’s Japanese division. Our tongues still remember the sting of Domino’s Japan’s tsundere pizza, and now they’ve come up with something even more shocking: […]

Over 100 episodes from the best part of the Sailor Moon anime will be free to watch online

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSailor Senshi spending summer with fans as part of run-up to the newest installments in the Sailor Moon anime franchise. There’s a whole bunch of Sailor Moon anime out there, but when a lot of people think of the series, they’re primarily thinking of its first three segments. 1992’s anime starting point Pretty Soldier Sailor […]

Lace Bra face masks go on sale in Japan, immediately sell out【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAll five designs snatched up, but lingerie company promises to step up production to meet country’s latent demand for lacy face coverings. Even before a state of emergency was declared in Japan, coronavirus concerns triggered a run on face masks. Once an ubiquitous, always-in-stock staple of Japanese drug stores, they’re now pretty much impossible to […]

Social distancing browser game lets you push people away as Tokyo mayor or U.S. president

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeVent your anger on those who break the rules while picking up free wagyu beef and masks from Prime Minister Shinzo Abe along the way.  Japan, like many other countries around the world, is currently encouraging people to practice social distancing in order to stop the spread of coronavirus. Infuriatingly, though, like our overseas counterparts, […]

Is it time for manga and anime to start introducing the coronavirus outbreak to their settings?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWhen your story is supposed to be set in present-day Japan, how long until it starts looking weird that no one is wearing a mask or staying home? While some anime and manga series take place in fantasy realms or far-flung corners of the galaxy, there are tons of series that are set in the […]

A rice by any other name: Japanese Twitter investigates local terms for “serving”

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyWho knew there were so many ways to describe portioning out rice? Quick! What are these baked wheat products called? In my British childhood I called these baps or barms, but nowadays American influence has me calling them dinner rolls or bread rolls. I’ve also heard them called cobs, teacakes, or just plain “rolls” depending […]

Pokémon anime officially on hiatus thanks to COVID-19, will only play reruns starting next week

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollOfficials have confirmed that production for the weekly anime is suspended until it’s safe for crews to meet up again. The Pokémon anime has a been a staple on Japanese television for 23 years, broadcasting new episodes just about every week since it started. Unfortunately for fans, however, the weekly supply of new animated adventures […]

Tempura Kidz x Anrealage Japanese Street Styles w/ Belted Trench Coats, Furry Pants & Pink Dr. Martens

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Easily catching our attention on the streets of Tokyo with their matching streetwear ensembles are P-chan and Karin, two artists and dancers from the Japanese dance troupe, Tempura Kidz.

At the left sporting a blunt blonde bob is 20-year-old P-chan. He stepped out in a multicolored printed belted trench coat by the Japanese fashion brand Anrealage with extra long sleeves, which he styled with a white ribbed turtleneck shirt. He donned white furry pants, stepped into white platform lace-up shoes, and finished off his look with clear eyeglasses and silver stud earrings. For more of his streetwear looks and social media updates, follow P-chan on Instagram and Twitter.

Meanwhile, Karin is dressed in a matching printed belted trench coat with extra long sleeves, which is also from Anrealage, worn over a powder blue ruffle blouse. She donned neon pink fuzzy socks and stepped into neon pink patent leather boots from Dr. Martens. The 21-year-old artist put her hair up in twin buns, styled them with cute headbands, and wore gold cross and heart drop earrings to round out her style. Karin is also active on Twitter and Instagram, follow her!

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Pokémon dress shirts progress into Gen 2 with 100 brand-new Johto region designs【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSequel to custom-made shirt line adds new options for men, women, and kids. After the launch of the original Pokémon Red and Blue video games in 1996, fans had to wait three years for the sequel, Pokémon Gold and Silver. The second generation of Pokémon dress shirts, though, has come much more quickly. Following the […]

Liven up your next party with cookies in the shape of giant sunflower seeds

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterThere’s never been a better time to learn how to make one. Being stuck at home these days, it’s certainly easy to fall into a rut. Everyone’s been finding their own ways of coping, but it certainly helps when you’re an ingenious artist and craftsman of culinary curiosities like Twitter user Takahiro Shibata (@iine_piroshiki). According […]

McDonald’s Japan finally bans eat-in dining at over 1,900 locations in Tokyo, elsewhere in Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNew policy goes into place ahead of Japan’s spring vacation period. There’re some surprising gaps in how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting life in Japan. In some ways, it’s brought big changes that mirror those in other countries, like an ongoing mask shortage, the cancellation of major events, and postponement of movies releases. But one […]

Grill everything indoors and all at once with this crazy Japanese yakitori skewer cooking gadget

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelIf you’re working from your home office, isn’t is also time to start eating at your home pub? After putting in a long, hard day of work, there’s nothing that lifts the spirit quite like stopping by a pub for a cold one and couple of yakitori chicken skewers. Of course, your regular after-work pub […]

Hairs, insects and stains found in masks distributed by Japanese government

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeNot exactly the protection we were looking for. Ever since the novel coronavirus began making news at the beginning of the year, masks have become almost as valuable as real-world currency, with people going to great lengths to stockpile them, resell them, and purchase them at exorbitant prices. The government has put a number of […]

Japanese city cuts 800,000 tulips after people refuse to stay away despite coronavirus risks

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeThis is why we can’t have nice things. At this time of year, under normal circumstances, Sakura Furusato Square in Sakura City, in Tokyo’s neighbouring Chiba Prefecture, is crowded with tourists, who flock to the area to attend the annual Sakura Tulip Festa. This festival of flowers showcases thousands upon thousands of tulips in full […]

Through the eyes of a ninja – Thrilling drone video recreates shinobi raid at historical temple

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersNinja and samurai duel inside the centuries-old “Temple of the Shogun” in Aichi Prefecture. Out of over 70 entries submitted to the Drone Movie Contest 2020, sponsored by the Digital Hollywood Robotics Academy and the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association (JUIDA), only seven works were selected as finalists and four went on to win prizes. […]

Uniqlo’s latest collaboration both confuses and amuses Japanese Twitter

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskThe future is here with this dystopian design. The whole of Japan is officially in a state of emergency as of April 16 due to the coronavirus and as a result, many aspects of daily life are changing. In many ways, it feels like the future is arriving much sooner than expected. You could even […]

Japan’s heart-melting, mouthwatering cat-shaped bread can now be ordered online【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNo need to go to the bakery, because now the kitty bread can come to you! Despite its deserved image as a major rice-consuming culture, Japan also loves bread. In addition to stand-alone bakeries, every single convenience store and supermarket has a selection of sweet and savory baked goods waiting for customers. However, it’s only […]

Tired of wasting paper practicing your kanji? Try these reusable water-activated practice sheets

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollJust water and a brush is all you need to practice Japanese calligraphy with these high-tech school supplies! Japanese is a language that can be challenging to learn, especially depending on what your native language is. For example, learning Japanese as an English speaker requires a little bit of rewiring of the brain, as the […]

Rotting corpse discovered by two men exploring “haunted hotel” in Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelHotel stopped taking living guests almost 30 years ago. While Japan is really good about keeping litter off the streets, the country can be surprisingly lax in cleaning up unused architecture. For example, the Green Hills Hotel, in the town of Ebino, Miyazaki Prefecture, has been out of business since 1992, but the owners didn’t […]

Survey results reveal average number of days people can bear to self-quarantine

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyThe survey results shed some light on how long people are willing to stay inside in the name of social distancing. How long has it been since you last set foot outside the house? I left a moment ago to do some weeding, then hastily ran back inside to wash my hands. Even that tiny […]

Japanese mom’s hand-made Slime masks draw near, boost kid’s cuteness and protection stats【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelKids (or you) not happy about having to wear a mask? Turn it into cute Dragon Quest cosplay instead. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, a mask has become an essential part of any going-out outfit. The transition has been a little smoother in Japan, where many people already wore masks if they suffer from hay […]

Invisible pie from Japan beautifully baffles the mind【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelTastes like lemons, looks like nothing else (and also nothing at all). When first glancing at these photos from Japanese Twitter user @tomeinohito, you probably think she’s a talented sweets chef. After all, that pie crust in the photo above looks mighty tasty, as do the dollops of whipped cream she’s skillfully squeezing out of […]

Shoppers annihilate face mask delivery at Costco Japan【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeJapanese politeness firmly thrown out the window when face masks are in sight. While people around the world question the effectiveness of mask-wearing as a protective measure against coronavirus, here in Japan, where masks have been worn for years before the outbreak, it’s a no-brainer. Masks are considered to be so important to Japanese people […]

Chic Tokyo Girl Street Style w/ Shaved Head, Napapijri Skidoo Jacket, Justine Clenquet Hoops, Chloe & Zara Thigh-High Boots

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Here’s Sayaka, a Japanese hair stylist we met on the Harajuku street one evening.

Sayaka stepped out in a yellow women’s Skidoo jacket from Napapijri, an Italian premium casual-wear brand. She styled her long jacket with short shorts or a skirt from Chloe and stepped into black thigh-high leather boots from Zara. A vintage canvas tote bag and oversized silver hoop earrings from Justine Clenquet rounded out her chic look.

Check out Sayaka’s streetwear looks on Instagram.

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