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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!
Can a curry shop legally ban you if you don’t finish your rice? A Japanese lawyer chimes in
These apartments are crazy-small even by Tokyo standards, and super-popular with young people
Parasite ramen challenge: Can you cook the movie’s noodle dish in just 8 minutes?【SoraKitchen】
Cats in Japan can now get digital resident cards in Kanagawa Prefecture
Kenshi Yonezu’s “Paprika” might be a much heavier song than we thought
Japanese man berates American woman for “crime” against taiyaki, ends up converted to her ways
Free “Language Learning with Netflix” extension makes studying Japanese almost too easy
Detective Conan collaborative cafés to open across Japan, will serve drug that turned Conan tiny
Japan’s busty YouTube chef expands chest-based income by auctioning her shirt for crazy price
Can you solve this crazy difficult, super satisfying math puzzle from a Japanese middle schooler?
Japan’s one-person bento box-sized rice cooker can give you freshly cooked rice at the officeCan you solve this crazy difficult, super satisfying math puzzle from a Japanese middle schooler?
A warning to think twice before taking photos of a crab dinner lying in a Japanese subway station
Controversial My Hero Academia character gets new name, comes with risk of yet another controversyJapanese man berates American woman for “crime” against taiyaki, ends up converted to her waysThese apartments are crazy-small even by Tokyo standards, and super-popular with young people
Japanese fans ecstatic to see Takakao Matsu perform at Oscars with Idina Menzel and 9 other Elsas
Japanese otaku finds way to get the smell of a high school girl in his car passenger seat
We test the new two-in-one curry rice cooker from Japan that’s got everyone talking【Video】
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura cherry blossom drinkware range for 2020
Japan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right nowJapan’s one-person bento box-sized rice cooker can give you freshly cooked rice at the office
My Hero Academia creator, publisher make official apologies for controversial character nameCan you solve this crazy difficult, super satisfying math puzzle from a Japanese middle schooler?
Out-of-business Tokyo McDonald’s gets brutal but kind sendoff from rival Burger King branch
Demon-slaying Dojigiri, one of Japan’s Five Swords Under Heaven, now on display at Kasuga ShrineA warning to think twice before taking photos of a crab dinner lying in a Japanese subway stationControversial My Hero Academia character gets new name, comes with risk of yet another controversy
Here’s what happened when our biggest male otaku tried out Japan’s new Manga Genic eyeliner【Pics】
Japanese cosplay model shows off thighs, but fans’ eyes are on her Nintendo 64 controller grip
Adult Cream Pie coming to McDonald’s JapanJapan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right nowJapanese cosplay model shows off thighs, but fans’ eyes are on her Nintendo 64 controller grip
Pokémon fan learns the startling truth about the Wooloo plushieFree “Language Learning with Netflix” extension makes studying Japanese almost too easyJapan’s one-person bento box-sized rice cooker can give you freshly cooked rice at the officeMy Hero Academia creator, publisher make official apologies for controversial character nameCan you solve this crazy difficult, super satisfying math puzzle from a Japanese middle schooler?
We taste the Adult Cream Pie from McDonald’s JapanOut-of-business Tokyo McDonald’s gets brutal but kind sendoff from rival Burger King branch
Japanese man berates American woman for “crime” against taiyaki, ends up converted to her ways
Free “Language Learning with Netflix” extension makes studying Japanese almost too easy
Detective Conan collaborative cafés to open across Japan, will serve drug that turned Conan tiny
Japan’s busty YouTube chef expands chest-based income by auctioning her shirt for crazy price
Can you solve this crazy difficult, super satisfying math puzzle from a Japanese middle schooler?
Shikayose: The Calling of the Deer in Nara with acorns and a French horn
Do 100-yen hair removal pads do the trick, or leave our reporters the hairy messes they are?
Japanese student creates Traditional Japan Bicycle, brings new life to centuries-old craft
This classic Japanese candy shop is a trove of nostalgic treats, sends us into the past【Photos】
Starbucks Sakura Frappuccino blooms in Japan 【Taste Test】
The three ways to say “love” in Japanese, and when to use them
Japan’s one-person bento box-sized rice cooker can give you freshly cooked rice at the office
New edition canned fish rings in capsule machines nationwide, now with tuna!
