Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
Michelle Lynn Dinh
Nov 25, 2013
It’s Monday again and you know what that means! Your Monday Kickstart video is here to get you going through another week.
This week’s video features a corgi who’s so happy he just can’t contain himself. With a short stubby tail, the little dog shows his excitement the only way he can: by wagging his entire backside. Shakira’s “hips don’t lie” and twerking jokes aside, it’s an adorable video!
Happy Monday from RocketNews24!
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Starbucks Japan releases new Discovery Series collection celebrating local regions and traditions
Teen girl in Japan refuses to be victim, personally escorts train pervert to police for arrest
Family Mart’s new Tokyo flagship convenience store doesn’t feel convenient, but is that a problem?
Is Japan’s tourism boom slowing down? Foreign visitor numbers fall for first time in five years
Evangelion beautifully reimagined as iconic classical Japanese folding screen art series [Photos]
Cup Noodle unveils first-ever cold-water instant ramen in Japan
Mass murder plot stopped by friend of Akihabara mass murdererHatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]Cup Noodle unveils first-ever cold-water instant ramen in Japan
Japanese government ID card and app to be required for certain Pokémon card purchases next monthJapan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machinesTeen girl in Japan refuses to be victim, personally escorts train pervert to police for arrest
Uniqlo looks back to the very start of Pokémon with new black-and-white pixel art T-shirts[Pics]Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see itIs Japan’s tourism boom slowing down? Foreign visitor numbers fall for first time in five years
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the countryStudio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summerHatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noonJapan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in TokyoStudio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
【Monday Kickstart】”Wow, what a huge double bed!”
Coffee and cats are the perfect combo to help you face the week【Monday Kickstart】
Banish the Monday blues with bunnies! 【Monday Kickstart】
【Bonus Monday Kickstart】Maru up to usual adorable antics, now featuring window blinds
Gorgeous snow-white cat is effortlessly adorable as he keeps warm this winter【Monday Kickstart】
Monday Kickstart: Laugh at these bewildering photos of cats standing in their litter boxes【Pics】
【Monday Kickstart】Adorable dog’s frustrated attempts to get a shower are too cute to ignore!
Monday Kickstart: No one loves their job quite like this dancing traffic director【Video】
Japanese Corgi makes a Pokémon friend as life-size Yamper plushie moves into his home【Video】Today, let’s all take a moment to watch this amazing Corgi butt video from Japan【Video】
【Monday Kickstart】Who can stay mad with squeaky shoes? Pouting toddler steals our hearts
Queer Japan documentary Kickstarter reaches goal
【Monday Kickstart】Adorable kitten cosplays as Japanese swordsman from popular game Touken Ranbu
【Monday Kickstart】Kitty defends tissues【Video】
Human plays dead on floor, is quickly revived by affectionate puppy kisses 【Video】
Chiro the corgi talks, shakes hands, wiggles her bootie, and wins our hearts
【Monday Kickstart】Doggy massage
【Monday Kickstart】Lion Kitty is not pleased
【Monday Kickstart】Kitty meets cat in a box
【Monday Kickstart】Hamsters just wanna have fun