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Kohei Matsuno is no ordinary barista. What started as his way of sprucing up an ordinary cup of complimentary coffee for patrons at his part-time job has blossomed into a form of creative expression that has people around the world smiling. Known as “Mattsun” by his Internet followers, Mr. Matsuno brings life and whimsy to an otherwise ordinary cup of joe. Come with us now for a sneak peek at the work that goes into some of Japan’s most beautiful latte art.
Romi Mizukami, a fashion designer for popular Japanese clothing brand BEAMS, is without a doubt one of Japan’s biggest Hello Kitty fans, or rather “Kittylers.” Her home is a veritable shrine to the little kitty that could, with blacks, whites, and reds as far as the eye can see, and for the past few years she has slowly incorporated the uniquely kawaii Hello Kitty style into not just her design work but her very own wardrobe.
Come on in and meet the real-life Kitty-chan!
Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Steamed bun pancakes are this year’s must-try sweet
Japanese “Ichiban Street” recreated at new shopping mall in China
Studio Ghibli anime art appears in new ad campaign: What if our mugs were used in Ghibli films?
Nara deer “addicted” to rice crackers, lose weight with no tourists to feed them
Savoring Japan’s new sweet potato sandwich!【Pics, taste test】
Japanese houses that cost just US$28,000 thrill the Internet, also break its heart
Our reporter eats the new “apple pie” flavor yakisoba noodles, so no one else has to
Asakusa luxury – the best matsutake soba we’ve ever had at a price that can’t be beat
Japanese wife begins writing daily list of reasons to not murder her husbandStudio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download onlineJapanese houses that cost just US$28,000 thrill the Internet, also break its heart
Studio Ghibli animator reveals the secret food eaten by Chihiro’s parents in Spirited Away
DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
Japan to reopen borders to travelers from all countries worldwide starting in October
Life-size Gundam statue in Japan can now move, and it looks incredible【Videos】
Japanese cosplayer reveals how to take the perfect mirror selfie
Mysterious eyes found in Japanese vending machine coin slot
Entire building of restaurants/bars staffed by Japanese adult film actresses to open in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases new Spirited Away kami collectionStudio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Man sheds half his body weight, looks like a handsome model in just one year
Downtown Tokyo hotel makes its rooms absolutely free in exchange for one small favor
This isn’t an anime cel – It’s the greatest 3-D CG model of a Studio Ghibli character ever made
One Piece anime/manga creator says when he wants the series to end, promises it’ll be “amazing”
Zelda gamers get it: real-life secret, bomb-able entrance to dungeon found in Japan
Family stuns with amazing Detective Conan, Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, and more group cosplaysJapanese houses that cost just US$28,000 thrill the Internet, also break its heart
We test out Uniqlo’s “new and improved” Airism mask for form, fashion, and function
The reason why Japanese students don’t pronounce English properly
Adult Cream Pie coming to McDonald’s Japan
Jason calls off Friday the 13th activities due to coronavirus
Japan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right now
Microsoft Japan’s experiment with 3-day weekend boosts worker productivity by 40 percentStudio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Japanese cosplay model shows off thighs, but fans’ eyes are on her Nintendo 64 controller grip
Customers race to Uniqlo for new summer face masks, but are they really worth the hype?
Parasite movie releases free official wallpapers to download as backgrounds for video calls
Pokémon fan learns the startling truth about the Wooloo plushie
Japanese students hold graduation ceremony in Minecraft amid school cancellation
Savoring Japan’s new sweet potato sandwich!【Pics, taste test】
Japanese houses that cost just US$28,000 thrill the Internet, also break its heart
Our reporter eats the new “apple pie” flavor yakisoba noodles, so no one else has to
Asakusa luxury – the best matsutake soba we’ve ever had at a price that can’t be beat
Japanese wife begins writing daily list of reasons to not murder her husband
We eat the best crayfish of our life at a Tokyo specialty restaurant【Taste test】
Japanese artists anthropomorphise national flags into samurai characters for 2020 Tokyo Olympics
No-charge karaoke rooms now available across Japan to keep country singing during the pandemic
DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
What’s going on in this crazy beautiful picture of Mt. Fuji?
A collection of 20 creative ‘sushi’ rolls that were invented outside of Japan
Is there any better place for a nap than inside a fluffy Totoro sleeping bag?