With bright aesthetics and a feel-good remix of the classic theme, this commercial will have you leaping, twirling and climbing through the levels of your daily life!
Totoro, Kiki, and No Face are just some of the characters who’ve emerged from the moss-covered wall.
Gamer father showed his power, but the Japanese Internet thinks he might not have displayed much wisdom.
People are travelling far and wide to catch a glimpse of the rare beauty in this koi fish pond.
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There’s a poetic beauty to this shot that will make the couple want to revisit it decades down the line.
Pair of visitors get called “jerks” online, but we’d have picked a harsher label.
A belated Christmas present from Japan’s idols and models.
Pocket monsters Charmander, Squirtle, and Bulbasaur also join in the fun for this hugely popular collection.
Celebrate the completion of your quest to find your true love with a real-world version of the video game’s Ceremony of Eternal Bonding.
Ring in the new year by getting into a staring contest with a pair of dark, soulless eyes for five-and-a-half days.
Free coupons and exclusive merchandise all wrapped up in a cute reusable brown paper takeout bag.
Adorable Japanese drinkware range pays homage to traditional Japanese motifs and traditions.
If you’re planning to attend Winter Comiket this year, be sure to drop by their booth for some valuable cosmetic tips.
As sad as it is to lose any animal from their entourage, this zoo went above and beyond to mark this furry friend’s passing as a real tragedy.
You’re not seeing double! The Sanrio icon really does have a twin sibling, though she’s very different from her world-famous sister.
With human faces staring out of their mouths, overly long legs, and dead eyes, these Pikachus aren’t exactly cute.
”If they wanted a Japanese live-action version, they would just do it themselves.”
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