Real-life PlayStation 3 dog found in Japan【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelApparently Sony’s now-outdated hardware actually was perfect at rendering reality. Every time a new generation of hardware appears, boasting higher specs than the one its replacing, gamers and developers say this is going to be the time we finally achieve graphics so good they’re indecipherable from reality. Then a couple years later even better hardware […]

Gag or actually functional office piece? Oversized Enter key amazes us—with its uselessness

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ingrid TsaiIs there a limit to the madness of IT? Apparently not. Just like in English, Japanese has a saying for “the bigger the better,” “dai wa shou wo kaneru.” While this may be the case when it comes to reusable grocery bags or an inflatable bounce house for birthday parties, we decided a better metric […]

Harajuku Dancer Street Style w/ Cardigan, Skinny Jeans, Mossimo Multi-Print Bag & Dr. Martens Boots

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Meet KTea, a Japanese dancer and entertainer we often see around the streets of Harajuku.

KTea stepped out in a grey long knit cardigan and white tank top, both of which are from Forever21. Black skinny jeans styled with a white shoelace for a belt, Dr. Martens leather lace-up boots, an oversized Mossimo multi-print shoulder bag and accessories such as oversized hoop earrings, a grey face mask, multiple pendant necklaces and black bracelet bands completed her style.

When asked, KTea mentioned that her favorite music artist is Filipino-American singer-songwriter, Jeff Bernat. Follow KTea on Instagram for her updates.

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What day of the year has the most anime character birthdays? This heat map has the answer

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelA pattern emerges in how creators pick characters’ birthday dates, with one day in particular being a major cluster. A key characteristic of designing an anime character is not jut the amount of detail that goes into their appearance, but their backstory as well. For pretty much every significant figure in a series, you can […]

Photo of exciting end of sumo match looks like…a VERY different kind of excitement

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelFight’s over, but to some it looks like love is about to begin. Just like with boxing, sumo fans attending a match who have a deep love of the sport and deep pockets to go with it sometimes shell out for ringside seats, in order to be as close to the action as possible. However, […]

SoraNews24’s Mr. Sato declared no longer hot by Google

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterThe algorithm giveth, and the algorithm taketh away. Last week, we reported that our own star reporter Mr. Sato had become the literal face of sexiness on Google. By sheer luck, a co-worker had spotted Mr. Sato’s mug after googling the Japanese word “ikemen”, which in Japanese means “hot guy” , especially one with delicate […]

Fruits Basket anime cafe with limited-edition goods to appear at Princess Cafes in Tokyo, Osaka

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollCelebrate the continuation of the anime like royalty!  If you grew up reading shojo manga, then there’s a good chance that you were a fan of the manga and anime series Fruits Basket. The sweet, touching reverse-harem story had–and still has–a strong hold on many of our hearts, and when the anime had a lackluster […]

Massive explosion destroys restaurant in Japan’s Fukushima Prefecture【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelBlast occurs one day before shabu shabu restaurant’s grand reopening, claims worker’s life. On April 23, with coronavirus infections in Japan on the rise, the Shin Sakura-dori branch of shabu shabu hot pot chain Onyasai (pictured above) in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture, decided to temporarily shut down. Hoping to make the best out of a bad […]

Sanrio’s matsuri festival-themed toys and plushes will give you Japanese summer vibes at home

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyThe cutest product is definitely the goldfish-scooping set. Or maybe it’s the little pouches made to resemble shaved ice? It hardly bears repeating that 2020 is a bit of a wash, and people all over the globe are feeling especially gloomy during these peak summer months. Social distancing has put a damper on beach visits, […]

THAT MUCH for white rice and one tiny plum? Eating Japan’s most-expensive “cheap” bento【Taste test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThe “circle of the sun boxed lunch” is usually a friend to those with a lonely wallet, but not this one. Japan has all sorts of different kinds of boxed lunches, and perhaps the most auspicious-sounding of all is the hinomaru bento. “Hinomaru” translates literally as “circle of the sun,” and refers to the crimson […]

Sukiya’s upcoming “Triple Garlic Mix” menu items are so pungent they come with a breath refresher

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollOnly the brave will take on one of these super garlic dishes! Japanese fast food chain Sukiya, known for its cheap and tasty beef bowls, is serious about making sure you have the right nutrients and energy to keep you going all throughout the hot summer. That means they’re going to supply you with plenty […]

Monjayaki in a cup is the new instant ramen everyone’s talking about right now【Taste Test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeIt’s said this Tokyo dish looks like vomit, so does the instant cup version look any better?  Instant cup noodles are a mainstay in Japan, where they take up more space on supermarket shelves than bread or cereal and come in all sorts of weird and wonderful flavours like matcha, mystery meat and ‘almost sea […]

Mickey Mouse gets kabuki makeover in Japanese character fashion line

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shannon♪M-i-c-k-e-y-, k-a-b-u-k-i!♪ Looks like Mickey got another new makeover. But if you love Mickey Mouse no matter what his face looks like, you’re going to love this. Character fashion line hopely, headquartered in Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward, has released a line of T-shirts and bags that were all made in Japan and for which Mickey has […]

Harajuku Style w/ Twin Buns, Qutie Frash Dress, Kobinai Bag, Platform Boots & Lace Gloves

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While walking around the streets of Harajuku, 20-year-old Misuru caught our attention with her twin braid buns hairstyle.

Misuru is wearing a Qutie Frash asymmetrical blue dress with design. She styled the mandarin collar dress with black fishnet stockings, lace-up platform boots and a fuzzy blue bag from Kobinai. To accessorize her outfit, Misuru threw on black lace gloves, Y Couture eyeglasses and a black leather belt to cinch her waist. She finished her look with a pair of dangling earrings, heart rings that she wore over her lace gloves and gradient nail art with pearl-like details.

Follow Misuru on Instagram to see more of her style.

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If you’ve got 2.75 million yen to spare, you could own this life-size Atelier Ryza figure【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelA big figure with a big price for big fans of the anime-style video game. The Atelier franchise occupies a unique spot in the video gaming industry. On the one hand, it’s low-profile enough that a lot of gamers have never heard of, let alone played, one of the fantasy RPGs from developer Gust where […]

Boxing reflex balls are the best way to make you a hit on social media

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterIt’s the Instagram of the tiger; the thrill of the likes. Having spent his period of self-isolation mastering the kendama, our reporter Masanuki Sunakoma is always seeking new skills and challenges to push himself with. He is especially drawn to cool-looking stuff like fight training, but he didn’t want to spend a lot of money […]

World’s first make-your-own KitKat shop is opening in Tokyo

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelJapan is filled with special KitKat flavors, but one you design and make yourself could be the most special of all. This month the Miyashita Park entertainment complex opened in Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Not every tenant has moved in just yet, however, and one of the star attractions won’t be open until next week. It’s […]

First look at new Miyashita Park shopping complex in Shibuya

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeBouldering walls, a skate park and a 24-hour yokocho food alley are just some of the drawcards you’ll find at Tokyo’s newest shopping mall.  A massive redevelopment project is currently taking place in Shibuya to revitalise the district and deliver a completely new-looking Shibuya by 2027. Recently, some of the new high-rises and shopping complexes tied to the redevelopment have opened […]

“I didn’t ask the old men for any advice” says director of Studio Ghibli’s first CG anime

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelGoro Miyazaki didn’t seek any input from his dad, the famous Hayao, on how Studio Ghibli’s Earwig and the Witch should be made. Last week was the opening of the Not-Big Ghibli Exhibition at the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art, a modestly sized showing of design artwork related to the in-development Ghibli Park amusement park […]

Is that the Japanese bullet train in your underwear, or are you just happy to see me?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelShinkansen underwear lets you show (or hide) your love of Japan’s fastest trains. Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train network started with the Tokaido Shinkansen line, which runs between Tokyo and Osaka. Since then service has continually expanded and now stretches all the way from Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan to the northern island of Hokkaido, and […]

Make your Japanese snacks even more Instagrammable with these mochi ice cream backgrounds

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskSay goodbye to boring old plates with these adorable designs! Summer is well and truly here in Japan and that means only one thing – ice cream! While Japan has a great variety of delicious frozen treats, nothing beats a Yukimi Daifuku for me. Yukimi Daifuku is ice cream lovingly wrapped in a layer of […]

Japan’s craziest train station has a giant with light-up eyes growing out of its wall【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelIt looks like a science fiction monster of the week, but it’s actually a salute the millennia-old past. As a country that primarily gets around by train, Japan has a lot of stations, and some of them have some pretty cool stuff inside. There’s one in Nagano that grows wine grapes on its platform, and […]

The future is here! Coronavirus prevention leads to holographic touch screens in everyday spaces

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollSoon we won’t have to worry about getting infected by a dirty touch screen! As the coronavirus pandemic persists, we’re beginning to face a new normal where we all stay two meters (or six feet) apart, avoid touching things, and avoid crowded places. That means adjustments to modern amenities have had to be made, like […]

Stinkiest sushi in the world is now an ice cream flavour in Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeIs decayed fish still as pungent when it’s turned into sweet ice cream?  Japan is home to all kinds of sushi, with a wide variety of fresh, raw fish starring as the key ingredient. However, one type of sushi prides itself on not being fresh at all — in fact, its claim to fame is […]

Wait, the Japanese word daijoubu can mean both “yes” and “no?” Why? HOW?!?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelStimulate your mind and your appetite with a four-course meal of Japanese linguistics, culture, and spicy curry. In all languages, there are words that have multiple meanings. For example, in English “right” can mean a direction (“Turn right at the corner”), that something is correct (“That’s the right answer”), or that the freedom to perform […]

Exec from idol singer group SKE48’s management company arrested on child prostitution charges

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey Baseel“I just let the girls into my car.” Earlier this month a member of Nagoya-based idol group SKE48 took a fan to task for openly telling her how much he enjoyed looking at her thighs. This week, it’s the actions of a member of SKE48’s management company who someone would like to examine the appropriateness […]

Black & Pink Tokyo Girl Street Style w/ Scarf Face Mask, Polka Dot Skirt, Quilted Box Bag & Demonia Platforms

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Wearing an eye-catching black and pink streetwear ensemble on the streets of Tokyo is Kaede, a 19-year-old fashion college student.

Kaede sported two-tone hair in a ponytail and styled it with a pink printed scarf worn as a mask. Her outfit consists of a pink Panama Boy balloon sleeve button down blouse featuring a bow collar and lace trims, a black cropped lace vest, a resale black polka-dot skirt and pink socks worn over black lace tights. Black caged platform shoes from Demonia, a quilted patent leather box bag and resale accessories such as a black snakeskin leather belt and a silver knuckle ring rounded out her style.

Vivienne Westwood and Jenny Fax are two of Kaede’s favorite fashion brands while her favorite music artist/group are Ariana Grande and Melanie Martinez. Follow Kaede on Twitter and Instagram.

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J-pop star Utada Hikaru filmed all of her newest video in her lockdown home, and it’s beautiful

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWorking from home can’t stop Japan’s celebrated songstress from creating a cool throwback video for “Time.” With the coronavirus pandemic forcing us to spend a lot more time at home, many of us are taking on projects and challenges around the house. Maybe you finally cleaned out that junk drawer, or are teaching yourself how […]

Hiroshi Fujiwara from Fragment Design creates a new Starbucks in Tokyo

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGee“Godfather of streetwear” reimagines Starbucks as a gas stand that sells exclusive Fragment drinkware and T-shirts. Japan has often been praised for its out-of-the-ordinary fashion trends, particularly in Tokyo’s vibrant Shibuya Ward, which is home to the city’s hip Harajuku district. What many may not know, however, is that a lot of the trends that’ve […]

You can open a Japanese-style bathhouse for your pets or anime figures with the Bird Sento【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelMiniature Japanese bathing culture right in your home. Onsen (hot springs) tend to get most of the glory in Japan’s bathing culture, but you shouldn’t sell sento, neighborhood public baths, short. A community necessity back in the days when private in-home shower facilities were an unaffordable luxury, Japan’s remaining sento are now a source of […]

Japanese teacher shares surprising reason why the kanji for crow has one less line than bird

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeLearn how to never mistake the two kanji ever again. With thousands of kanji to learn in the Japanese language, it can be hard to remember them all, especially when there’s only one stroke difference between some of them. However, knowing the etymology of the kanji can help a lot when it comes to creating […]

We try squeezing our boss’ face until it gets smaller【Experiment】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterFun with germanium. Mr. Sato and SoraNews24 founder Yoshio have worked together for over a decade and owe a lot to each other for their hard work and support over the years. But despite all that, there’s just one thing that Mr. Sato could never get over: Yoshio’s big fat face. ▼ “Our boss Yoshio” […]

Happy horror — Rescue dog in Japan gets a toy, gives everyone else nightmares

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelYou’re a good boy, Mugi. Now please don’t hurt us. Not so long ago, Japanese Twitter user Minokasa (@inekaratukutta) welcomed a new rescue dog, named Mugi, to their home. Since then Minokasa periodically posts photos and videos showing how the one-year-old English Setter is getting along with its new living arrangement, and most of them […]

Tired of buying spicy cod roe that’s just not how you like it? Customize it with this new DIY kit

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollSpice up your mentaiko exactly how you want it! Mentaiko, also known as spicy cod roe, is a popular side dish, topping, and filling in Japan. Usually seasoned and spiced with red pepper flakes, it’s popular as a savory and spicy complement to white rice, perfect as a topping for a bowl of rice or […]

Japanese hot spring YouTuber finds her niche showing off out-of-the-way local onsen【Videos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelInto the water off the beaten path. Like a lot of YouTubers, Natsuki Tanaka didn’t really seem to have a clear vision of what sort of content she was going to produce when she first got started. Some video gaming clips here, a shampoo review there, but no real discernible through line from one project […]

Cheap paradise: Daiso’s microwave potato chip maker is healthy, easy, and delicious【Taste test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWith this, there’s really no reason for us not to eat potato chips every day. Imagine that you’re craving a hamburger, and you have two to choose from. Hamburger A is fresh off the grill, and Hamburger B was cooked days, if not weeks ago, and has been sitting sealed in a plastic bag ever […]

Naomi Watanabe slays Lady Gaga in “Rain On Me” parody video

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeSome say this version is even better than the original. Naomi Watanabe is a Japanese comedian whose popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, leading her to become a fashion icon, a down-to-earth beauty guru, a guest on Netflix’s Queer Eye, and a dancing, miming stage sensation who earned the nickname “Japanese Beyonce” after performing impressive […]

Official Evangelion emergency rations, with curry and beef bowls, are now on sale【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelEver wonder what everyone who has to evacuate Tokyo-3 while the Evangelions are fighting Angels is eating? There’s no shortage of sci-fi anime settings that get regularly wrecked whenever the heroes sortie out in their robots to fight for humanity’s survival, but few get wrecked as hard as Evangelion’s Tokyo-3. With the mysterious organization Nerv’s […]

Dress your Animal Crossing character in custom fashions by Japanese brand Sig Freak’s Store

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersFree clothing downloads in Animal Crossing: New Horizons were inspired by real-life Harajuku-based casual clothing brand.  This year’s breakaway hit Animal Crossing: New Horizons has a myriad of ways to customize the gameplay to suit your style. In terms of the world of fashion, even real-life companies have begun offering in-game designs based on actual […]

We try Akihabara’s new Shaken Ramen in a bubble tea cup 【Taste Test】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonYeah, you’ve had cup ramen before, but have you ever tried shaking it? Japan sure loves shaking things. You may have heard of or tried McDonald’s Shaka Shaka fries or Shaka Chicken, or maybe you’ve seen DyDo’s drinkable strawberry shortcake that you can shake to your preferred consistency. Well, here’s another thing for you to […]

Dom Dom turns up the heat with spicy Mexican and Thai chicken burgers

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterFast food chain uses the magic word of potential spiciness. It’s been said before but bears repeating that Japan tends to err on the side of caution when it comes to spicy food. That’s not to say their spicy dishes aren’t delicious, but those drawn in by food labeled as “insanely spicy” will undoubtedly be […]

Yokohama unveils plans to build a humongous theme park

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonThe question on everyone’s mind is: what’s the theme, though? What do you do with an abandoned army base? Turn it into a gigantic theme park, of course. At least, that’s what the City of Yokohama is planning to do with the remains of the American army’s Kamiseya Communication Facility. For reference, that’s located about […]

Sailor Moon’s Luna and Black Lady get new real-world lingerie sets and camisoles【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAlternate-form Sailor Moon characters inspire brand-new anime intimate apparel. The Sailor Moon franchise has given plenty of silky salutes to the titular heroine and her Sailor Senshi cohorts over the years, with each of the magical girls getting her own real-world themed lingerie set. Up until now, though, the same treatment hadn’t been given to […]

We sent Mr. Sato off to Yakiniku Camp, the restaurant where you cook your own food

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyHe steamed his own rice, smoked and grilled his own meat, and even brewed his own coffee. What makes you want to go to a restaurant? There’s a whole host of reasons, from wanting to check out a cool two-dimensional cafe to pretending you’re part of an actual fantasy guild. Plus, a restaurant experience is […]

Chinese man wins 1.8 billion yen from betting on Japanese horse races — what’s his secret?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ingrid TsaiIf this was a spam advert, we’d have to say something along the lines of “local gambling enthusiasts are furious!” Though many forms of gambling are illegal in Japan, one of the few ways people can legally gamble is through keiba, or betting on horse races. Strictly overseen by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, horse races […]

New Calpis Water bottle design can only be fully seen after you drink the contents

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskKeep refreshed and get a glimpse of Japanese high school life with these charming bottle designs. Yoghurt-based soft drink Calpis is, for many Japanese people, a beloved summer drink. Sure, for some people, a yoghurt-based drink doesn’t sound particularly appealing, especially when paired with a name that sounds like bovine urine. But Calpis remains popular in […]

Limited edition Ramen Pringles to be sold in Pringles vending machines in Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonMake your hunt for this new Pringles flavor an adventure! Much like KitKats, Pringles in Japan come in all sorts of limited-edition flavors like green curry, cheeseburger, eggs benedict, pizza toast, and more. It’s become one of those snacks that you constantly look for on the shelves to see what new flavors are available. This […]

2020 Miss Yukata Japan beauties in traditional Japanese garb debut at Ikaho Onsen 【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ingrid TsaiAn unexpected collaboration between an idol live-streaming service and a non-profit organization produces a stunning picture of summer. A traditional addition to any summer wardrobe in Japan, the yukata is a robe-like garment worn during muggy, sweltering months. Typically made out of breathable material such as cotton, it’s considered a symbol of summer, and depending […]

Enjoy confectionery the Super Saiyan way with these new Super Dragon Ball sweets

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskTurns out you don’t have to look very far to collect all seven dragon balls – just go to your local Family Mart. Bandai’s candy department ‘Tabemasu‘ (short for ‘taberareru masukotto‘ or ‘edible mascot’) have previously delighted the world with such treats as edible Rilakkuma, edible Snoopy and edible Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Both delightfully […]

Stay at an old samurai residence in the heart of a “Little Kyoto” warrior town

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeSwords, armour and ceremonial items are just some of the samurai secrets awaiting you inside this secluded compound. If you want to see Japanese swords and armour — and you don’t happen to have a time machine — you’ll usually need to head to a museum. However, we recently came across an astounding collection of katana, […]

Venture through real-life locations from Ghost of Tsushima with this handy tourism website

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyThe city of Nagasaki has helpfully compiled a site so you can experience similar sights, sounds, and tastes to Jin Sakai himself. Ghost of Tsushima is receiving a lot of well-deserved attention for its keen eye for detail, luscious graphics, and a cohesive gaming experience gripping enough for gaming comic Famitsu to award it a […]

Kawaii Harajuku Street Style w/ Yarn Hair Falls, Mask, Umbrella, Resale, Cuffed Overalls, Claire’s Camera Bag & Yosuke Platforms

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Here’s Sayaka, an 18-year-old English-speaking Harajuku shop staff whose colorful outfit caught our attention on the streets of Tokyo.

Sporting multicolored pastel hair falls, Sayaka is wearing a neon green logo print t-shirt underneath red denim cuffed overalls, both of which are resale pieces. Striped rainbow socks, colorblock cutout platform shoes from Yosuke and accessories such as decora hair clips, a pink furry bear sleeping mask worn as a headband, multicolored beaded necklaces, a yellow lanyard phone strap, stacked decora bracelets and an aqua umbrella completed her look. Some of her accessories are handmade items while some are from Claire’s. In addition, Sayaka is carrying a cute camera sling bag, also from Claire’s.

Sayaka loves to shop at Claire’s and she enjoys listening to the music of Billie Eilish. For her social media updates, follow Sayaka on Twitter and Instagram.

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Japanese YouTuber goes fishing with anime-girl figure, what he catches is too perfect【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scott WilsonYou may have seen this scenario before. Japan offers lots of great fishing experiences, like catching salmon with your bare hands, but most of them are just a bit too normal. Instead of using regular lures and bobbers and whatnot, what if the fishing experience could be spiced up a bit with an anime-girl attached to […]

Missing the movies and fireworks shows? Get your fill of both at upcoming drive-in theater event

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollA movie with a fireworks finale? Sign us up! With coronavirus still an active threat worldwide, many activities that we know and love are still on hold. For example, fireworks festivals, a summer staple in Japan, have been cancelled across the country in an effort to keep people from gathering in large crowds, and many […]

Anime cooking in real life – How to make Food Wars’ unagi matelote【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelWhat happens when Japanese eel meets French cooking, then jumps from the anime world to the real one? We find out! Anime/manga franchise Food Wars: Shokugeki no Soma could have taken the easy route and coasted by strictly on the absurdity and titillation of the super-suggestive reactions the cast has to their fictional meals. However, […]

Tokyo Banana and KitKat team up to offer limited-edition Caramel Banana KitKats

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyThe smash hit taste sensation is back! In KitKat form! Again! Tokyo Banana is one of, if not the most famous souvenir one can buy when visiting Tokyo. While tourists from outside the country may set their sights on various flavors of Pocky, skewers of chewy dango dumplings or red bean buns, visitors from other […]

How to have a Japanese rotenburo bath experience without leaving your home【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelJust because you can’t go to a hot spring doesn’t mean you can’t have a sublime soak. As in many countries, right now a lot of people in Japan are frustrated about not being able to go out to eat because of the coronavirus. A unique frustration to life during the pandemic in Japan, though, […]

Wearable Japanese tentacle plushies are here to meet all your plush tentacle needs【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelT Multiple styles available so you can get the tentacle that’s just right for you. Japanese novelty goods retailer Village Vanguard is always a great source of creative fun. You want a coaster that’s a reproduction of one of Japan’s Pokémon manhole covers, or maybe a pack of Attack on Titan curry? Village Vanguard is […]

SoraNews24’s Mr. Sato is now the top Japanese search result for “handsome man” on Google Japan

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThe world’s biggest search engine has spoken: this is Japan’s number-one ikemen (but not because of this photo). Due to the wide range of topics we cover here on SoraNews24, our Google search histories show a high level of variety. “Asian black bear average weight,” “pyewwww correct spelling,” and “live farting show what date” are […]

Vintage Kimono Japanese Street Style w/ Bamboo Makeup, Wide Leg Pants & Skechers Sneakers

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Catching our eye in Harajuku is Lisa, the 20-year-old Japanese fashion student we often feature on our street snaps section.

Sporting a bun updo with side bangs, Lisa stepped out in vintage kimono layers consisting of a tomesode, iromuji and kuro-haori, which she paired with a black lace tank top and black wide leg pants. She cinched her layers with a wide black leather belt, donned black socks and slipped into a pair of black Skechers slip-ons. Artsy bamboo tree makeup and matching body art together with a bold red lippie and red nails are the finishing touches to her style.

Lisa loves kimono fashion and she is active on Twitter and Instagram.

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Why have no COVID-19 clusters occurred in pachinko parlors?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterMany of pachinko’s worst qualities actually make it a relatively safe environment. Back during the first wave of COVID-19 and the state of emergency that followed, there was a lot of ruckus about pachinko parlors in particular. For those unfamiliar, pachinko is a Japanese pastime in which little metal balls are flung through a machine […]

KFC Taiwan now offering chicken and rice menu based on Japanese okonomiyaki pancakes!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J KayThis meal available at KFC stores in Taiwan apparently draws its inspiration from a popular Japanese dish that you usually wouldn’t associate with chicken. We’ve found out recently that the KFC chain in Taiwan has been promoting an item based on okonomiyaki, a well-loved Japanese food that resembles a savory pancake typically topped with sauce […]

Pokémon beef bowl tie-up with Yoshinoya is back with a sequel and new species to catch

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelPokémori Round 2 promotion is giving away over 1,100 Poké Ball-style ceramic rice bowls. Since starting out with Pokémon Red and Green in 1996, the Pokémon video game series has had nine full-fledged sequels, and the structure of Japanese TV broadcasts means the Pokémon anime has also gone through several name changes and completed story […]

British Olympic team sends heartfelt message to Tokyo one year before the opening ceremony

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeTear-jerking video draws striking parallels between the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the 2020 Games now scheduled for 2021. If it weren’t for the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics would have kicked off today, with the opening ceremony scheduled to be held on 24 July 2020 in Japan’s capital. Sadly, the opening ceremony has now been […]

Okinawa’s new STEM Resort educational play center now open, is a kid’s colorful dreamland

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollNeed a place in Okinawa to bring your kids? This is it! If you’re a parent, there’s something new to do with your kids in Okinawa this summer, and it doesn’t involve swimming in the ocean. Try taking your kids to STEM Resort -Creative Playland- in Tomigusuku City, just south of the island’s capital of […]