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We’ve all got that song that really moves us, gets us caught up in its beats and has us tapping our feet or nodding our head. But are the pleasures of music limited only to the human species? Most would argue that yes, music is an art unfortunately lost on animals. Or, at least, that they can’t enjoy it on the same level as us Homo-sapiens.
To you nay-sayers, hold that thought, because we found one groovy cool cat who begs to differ!
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Otaku gather in the Akihabara night as Toranoana dojinshi shop permanently closes【Photos】
Police called out to investigate suspicious Santa in Wakayama
Kura Sushi has a new parade-delivered whole cake dessert, but what’s it like to eat?【Video】
Studio Ghibli fukubukuro: The lucky bag everyone in Japan wants to get their hands on at New Year
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the pastStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schoolsJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glassesJapanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet rangeTokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local touristsJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a wholeThis downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengersPossessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Otaku gather in the Akihabara night as Toranoana dojinshi shop permanently closes【Photos】
Police called out to investigate suspicious Santa in Wakayama
Kura Sushi has a new parade-delivered whole cake dessert, but what’s it like to eat?【Video】
Studio Ghibli fukubukuro: The lucky bag everyone in Japan wants to get their hands on at New Year
The 10 best hotel hot springs in Japan, as chosen by Japanese travelers
“Hey, Japanese taxi driver, take us to the best seafood joint in Otaru!”
Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Tokyo’s “commuter boat” is an awesome hidden way to see the city from the water for dirt-cheap
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
The top 10 Studio Ghibli anime homes that fans would most like to live in