Other books leave out key phrases like “Isn’t the president of your company a Reptilian?”, but not this one!
Casey Baseel
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Casey Baseel spent his formative years staring in frustration at un-subtitled Japanese TV programming shown on Southern California’s international channel. Taking matters into his own hands, he moved to Tokyo to study the language, then found work in Yokohama a decade ago teaching, translating, and marketing hotels he can’t afford to stay in. When not participating in the eternal cycle of exercising to burn the calories form his love of Japanese food, Casey scours used comic and game shops for forgotten classics, drags his wife around the country in a quest to visit all its castles, sings karaoke not nearly as well as he thinks he does, and counts the days until the summertime bars open on Enoshima Beach.
Posted by Casey Baseel (Page 414)
It’s not often that you find a dessert that can give you a brain freeze and third-degree burns, so we had to try it for ourselves.
In a world where cute cats have become a dime a dozen, the best way to stand out is by being two cute cats at the same time.
Piece of fruit with an apparent hard-on is apparently a hard sell at produce stall.
Does the tricky titillation tee work as advertised?
Surprise announcement comes at 20th anniversary celebration of pirate manga, as producer hopes to make “most expensive TV series ever produced.”
Tokyo tour visits locations from Makoto Shinkai’s hit, recreates the food the characters eat, and takes reservations in English.
But even after all that, he still shows no intention of reforming.
Consider this your treasure map to the wonders hiding in Japanese convenience stores’ cooler cases.
One of Japan’s most beautiful and important katana is proving popular with history buffs and young ladies alike.
In Japan, deferring your happiness in order to work hard is a common choice, but seniors show that it can backfire.
Japan can get awfully hot on a summer night, but there are some things worse than getting sweaty.
The bodysuit Cammy has been wearing for 24 years apparently doesn’t comply with the network’s standards and practices.
Unbeatable deal in Yokohama includes full-course meal and your choice from over one hundred yukata and obi sash patterns.
Summer may be the rainy season, but hail like this is freaky even for Japan.
One of the biggest stars of the e-sports world once again creates smiles while suffering heartbreaking defeat.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japan’s ministry of economy reminds us to “use sound judgment” before buying toilet paper
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Japanese politicians working to promote plastic model culture as a cultural asset
A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Hello Kitty fans have a special reason to go to Sanrio amusement parks December 4 – They’re free!
Studio Ghibli releases cute new blanket socks for winter
Weekly
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura- Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
- Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits- Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Monthly
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character- Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
- Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Yearly
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Japanese politicians working to promote plastic model culture as a cultural asset
A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Hello Kitty fans have a special reason to go to Sanrio amusement parks December 4 – They’re free!
Studio Ghibli releases cute new blanket socks for winter
Something for the weekend? Love doll exhibition opens in Ginza – and yep, it sure looks creepy
Daiso vs. Seria: Which sells the better egg white whipper? We find out【SoraKitchen】
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Japan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right now
Deer are appearing in Osaka City, may have wandered there from Nara[Video]
Seattle burger chain Lil Woody’s has arrived in Tokyo! But is it any good?【Taste Test】
Love doll funeral service in Japan helps silicone lovers rest in peace
-
