Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
Audrey Akcasu
Oct 29, 2014
Twitter user ＠kyoxxxxx, aka Kyou, recently posted this picture of a cat with a cat-mask on its forehead that’s weird and extremely cute at the same time.
The mask, which was purchased at a flea-market selling yokai (Japanese demon) goods, was made by a guy named Gan-chan. Kyou made the wise decision of decorating a cat with the cat-face mask and then documenting it for the world to see. Thank you Kyou! (Although, the cat doesn’t look to happy about it.)
These Japanese cat masks both enchant and terrify
Japanese cats channel their inner demon during the chilly month of February
Is this pet kitty in Japan a real-life nekomata mythical cat monster?
Japanese kitty sculptor creates a new topical meme figure: a cat in a face-mask
Japanese company releases cute cat paw hand masks and foot covers to support your beauty time
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
This Tokyo Station sweets sensation sells out daily, but we finally got our hands on it
Suspected yakuza member arrested for having frequent flyer mile account
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Studio Ghibli adds mini pillows and massive mats to its anime merchandise store in Japan
The Pokémon anime studio’s next project is a Scooby-Doo anime, Yokoso Scooby-Doo
You’ll never win cash or prizes or cash at this Tokyo pachinko parlor, and that’s why it’s so cool
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Mister Donut’s beyond super soft and chewy beyond mochi mochi donuts have returned
McDonald’s Japan’s new Chiikawa Happy Meal figures are here![Photos]Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summerIchiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and SakuraKanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Hundreds of rose bushes in bloom at Tokyo’s off-the-beaten-path, next-to-the-tracks flower street
161-year-old Kyoto confectionary maker releases new edible Pokémon lineup
Studio Ghibli’s president is leaving the company. Will it change how they make anime?This Tokyo Station sweets sensation sells out daily, but we finally got our hands on it
7-Eleven Japan now has ramen machines…but only at 41 stores
7-Eleven Japan is releasing Greedy chocolate chip and whipped cream sandwiches
Let’s hike a Japanese mountain (that isn’t Mt. Fuji) – Mt. Tsukuba[Photos]
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
The average age of Japan’s hikikomori shut-ins is getting older, survey shows
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New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trioKanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Neco Republic’s latest venture: Cat fur-patterned “finger masks” with touchscreen capabilities
Cute cat culture goes too far with Japan’s freaky new kitty skin care masks
Niigata brings back mysterious cat mask festival for the first time in almost 90 years
Kitties wrestle before bedtime in their cat-sized futon【Video】
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward enlists the help of internet cat characters to remind us to wear masks
Cosplay like a cool cat with an ultra-realistic, giant cat head from Japan!
Japanese cat with a cat on its face defeats countless rivals for Internet attention【Video】
The Japanese train station famous for mysterious dancing cats
Japanese family hears noises at night from room of dead grandma, finds creatures living in wallsVideo of Japanese cat touching a cherry is a heart-melting example of adorable gentleness 【Video】
Move over, Grumpy Cat, you’ve got competition in Japan!Japanese cats love nothing more in the world than watching farmer next door plant his rice【Video】
City of Kyoto advertises the charms of living in Japan’s ancient capital using a cute tabby cat
Here is a collection of sweet and silly cats to help warm you this winter 【Photos】
Why buy your cat a cat house when you can buy a cat shrine from Japan instead?
Japanese Scottish Fold Motimaru grabs Guinness World Record for most watched cat on YouTube