The anthropomorphized frog and rabbit from the famous 12th century Choju-jinbutsu-giga acquaint themselves with computers, selfie sticks and more in this cute line of miniature figures.
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Journey from Tokyo to Rio de Janeiro recreated in the style of Nintendo’s classic games
It seems that sushi isn’t just delicious anymore — creative types online have transformed this classic staple of Japanese cuisine into Instagram-ready art!
The crowdfunding project has received huge support to assist new talent, who start out in the industry on notoriously low wages.
A number of impressive details hidden within the image has made fans go crazy for this limited-edition print.
Or, at the very least, they would make a fantastic urban fantasy young adult novel series.
If the early ‘90s anime and manga gets remade, Yu Watase thinks it should look like this.
It’s cicada season in Japan, but this Twitter user doesn’t let their creepy, crunch remains get them down!
A collection of playful prints from over 200 years ago prove that Japan’s highly-refined sense of cute has a very long history indeed.
The incredibly intricate eraser stamps this artist crafts are the result of intense perseverance and die-hard passion!
Artists from around the country took part in the project, which sees Pikachu saying thank you in forty different ways.


















Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
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Hello Kitty isn’t a cat!? We called Sanrio to find out!
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
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One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
This is what Tokyo’s ultra-premium 12,960-yen (US$117) seaweed looks like
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Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
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Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of Tokyo
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Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
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
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
The town with Japan’s best castle also has one of Japan’s best breakfasts. Here’s where to eat it
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
This is what Tokyo’s ultra-premium 12,960-yen (US$117) seaweed looks like
Elementary and junior high students speak out on Japan’s strangest school rules
Japanese curry chain Coco Ichibanya to open a branch in India next year
Four things you should order at rotating sushi restaurant Sushiro if you don’t eat raw fish
“Ugly” South Korean woman goes from “Old Lady Face” to “Dream Girl” with help of cosmetic surgery
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