The J-Pop star joins the ranks of such musicians as Michael Jackson with new limited-edition USJ theme park ride. Now there’s a sentence I never thought I’d write.
January, 2016 (Page 11)
The newest installment in the 100 Years of Beauty series shows off some of Japan’s most famous fashions of the last century.
Have you heard of Japanese illustrator and social media sticker creator Kanahei yet? She’s behind one of the most popular sticker collections on the LINE app, and now her cute critters are set to adorn dishes in their very own theme cafe in Tokyo!
Studio Ghibli’s latest, and possible last, theatrical anime picks up nomination in Best Animated Feature category.
Now you can dress like your favourite Sailor Moon character without looking like you’re on the way to a cosplay convention.
Though the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, always drive around the giant iron beams.
A Japanese couple and their kids have a “family meeting” every month and take detailed notes with monthly goals and results. In true sitcom fashion, they end up surreal and hilarious.
Participants from the recent Miss Universe pageant tweeted photos of themselves au naturale to encourage women everywhere to love the skin they’re in.
Haunted by demanding ghosts but can’t afford to look like a dweeb? These tights are just what you need!
A cup of tea, a piece of fruit, or a bit of chocolate can all make for a delicious and relaxing moment, and this new Kyoto confectionary lets you enjoy all three in a single bite.
Scarecrows? More like terrifypeople.
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