Let’s find out if a cute thing for one woman is still cute for another from a different country.
Kawaii
Complete with music and dancing, this is one of the most kawaii vending machines in all of Japan!
We get an expert opinion on the worth of the anime and voclaoid figures in the Kawaii Lucky Bag.
New limited-edition “meow parfait” captures the look and texture of a kitten paw for Cat Day.
We purchased a Pompompurin-themed bag to relive our childhood nostalgia and were pleasantly surprised at the practicality of the items.
The artist said to have created the kawaii aesthetic will feature in an exhibition celebrating his 90th birthday.
Panda lunch box from shop famed for their overwhelming generosity — too good to be true, or just too good?
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