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.)
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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
Japanese convenience store releases Japanese convenience store-flavor fried chicken
Cup Noodle releases cold-water instant ramen in Japan, but can it really be made with just cold water?
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Japan’s “edible fireworks” wagashi sweets return, but only for a limited time [Photos]
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Giant Snorlax, other snoozing Pokémon appear in Yokohama for Pokémon Sleeping Faces Research [Pics]
Japan’s popular curry chain Cocoichi has an elusive delivery-only noodle menu
Family Mart’s new Tokyo flagship convenience store doesn’t feel convenient, but is that a problem?
Starbucks Japan unveils new peach milk pudding drink that’s like a decadent dessertJapan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machinesHatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Cup Noodle unveils first-ever cold-water instant ramen in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new Discovery Series collection celebrating local regions and traditionsFamily Mart’s new Tokyo flagship convenience store doesn’t feel convenient, but is that a problem?
Teen girl in Japan refuses to be victim, personally escorts train pervert to police for arrest
Japanese government ID card and app to be required for certain Pokémon card purchases next month
Is Japan’s tourism boom slowing down? Foreign visitor numbers fall for first time in five yearsJapanese convenience store releases Japanese convenience store-flavor fried chicken
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroadJapan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machinesHatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
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 summerStudio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attractionJapan 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
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?