May, 2016 (Page 11)
It’s time for more misadventures in the land of cinematic localization as the movie Virgin Mountain gets promoted in Japan.
Looking for a classy way to stay cool this summer? If so, we have the perfect fan for you…but you’re going to need a very full bank account!
Using frozen fruit as ice cubes in your drink sounded like an awesome idea, so we tried it with seven different fruits, and here’s how they turned out!
With rules regarding everything from tea to elevators, some new employees think it’s all too much.
From Cleopatra to Helen of Troy and Snow White to Little Red Riding Hood, now you can walk around with your favourite female idols under your clothing.
A Japanese photographer was fortunate enough to capture one of the most beautiful pictures of an airplane we’ve ever seen.
The official Ghibli Museum is closed for now, but look forward to a double dose of animated fun in July!
Move over water bottle panties, it’s time to dress up your drinks with a fashionable over-the-shoulder sweater that takes its styling cues from Beat Takeshi.
Good roast beef is a little hard to come by in Japan, and now we know why: This place is using it all themselves.
Traditional Japanese dessert flavours now come in delicious doughnut form—for a limited time only.
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Nakano Broadway sells a fukubukuro lucky bag for foreigners, but is it a good deal or a scam?
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
Ultra-realistic cat latte art blows us away, puts us off our coffee
World’s first real ramen in a can now available at Japanese vending machines
How to get all-you-can eat doughnuts at Mister Donut for just 12 bucks!
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Cup Noodle sells new squid fork with its instant ramen
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
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Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost- Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Studio Ghibli tea blends contain ingredients inspired by My Neighbour Totoro
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the anime
Over 800 Studio Ghibli anime world paintings compiled in beautiful new hardcover art book【Pics】
Starbucks teams up with 165-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Snake decorations【Photos】
Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke plushies show a softer side of formidable Ghibli characters
Starbucks Japan gifts us with the Matcha Classic Green Tea Latte for a limited time- Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
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Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Studio Ghibli releases new range of cardigans for anime fans
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local tourists
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a whole
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”- Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
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McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengers- Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
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World’s first real ramen in a can now available at Japanese vending machines
How to get all-you-can eat doughnuts at Mister Donut for just 12 bucks!
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Cup Noodle sells new squid fork with its instant ramen
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
The Japan Poop Society is making movements to protect people’s health
Is “Ago-kui” the next “Kabe-don”?
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the anime
We were blown away by Funabashi Sauce Ramen, just a short ride from central Tokyo【Taste test】
New heater-less pet kotatsu is a safe way to keep your furry friends warm this winter
Japanese government wants to acquire original anime and manga art for creation of national archive
Studio Ghibli bento box collections released just in time for hanami sakura-viewing picnics
Pokémon Smart Bath Mats are amazingly cute, but there’s more to them than meets the eye【Photos】
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