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Rev from DVL
On 16 April, idol group, Rev. from DVL, released their first major single through entertainment giant Yoshimoto Kogyo, thanks largely to the break-out success of member Kanna Hashimoto.
However, what was intended to be a celebration of the Fukuoka-based unit’s new-found fame ended up generating sad and bitter complaints from idol fans. At the center of the controversy was the inclusion of tickets to a “high-five party” bundled in with their single LOVE-arigatou-.
Recently, computer glasses have become quite popular and are sold in shops everywhere in Japan. I never really bought into the concept even though my work requires painfully long hours in front of a computer screen. However, a couple of days ago we announced that up-and-coming idol Kanna Hashimoto would be appearing at two ALOOK glasses stores in Tokyo and Osaka.
After wrapping up that article I wiped the usual blood from my tired eyes and thought maybe it’s time to try out a pair. And what better way to do it than by meeting this future star while I’m at it!
We headed down to the grand opening of ALOOK in Shinsaibashi, Osaka to meet the starlet and see what all the fuss is about.
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
We sample the deep sea fish and more at this delectable sushi restaurant in Shizuoka Prefecture
Bear breaks into house in Japan, quickly begins spending winter exactly like Japanese people do
After being snatched up by scalpers, Sailor Moon chocolate returns in officially marked-up complete box
Starbucks releases a Bouquet Frappuccino in Japan…but does it taste like a bunch of flowers?
Where’s the happiest place for foreigners to live in Japan? Study investigates
Studio Ghibli cooking/housework aprons are here to lend some cheer to chores【Photos】
Dangly Totoro Japanese sweets charms are every bit as sweet and charming as you’d imagine【Photos】
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japan’s two-month Shut-in Pilgrimage – A 1,200-year-old way to deal with a modern issueBear breaks into house in Japan, quickly begins spending winter exactly like Japanese people doStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Starbucks Japan releases cute new zodiac goods for Year of the Snake
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Sailor Moon and J-pop mega-star Ayumi Hamasaki team up for collaboration, pre-defeat scalpers
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 strawsBear breaks into house in Japan, quickly begins spending winter exactly like Japanese people do
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local tourists
Japanese 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 pastStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
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
Where’s the happiest place for foreigners to live in Japan? Study investigates
Studio Ghibli cooking/housework aprons are here to lend some cheer to chores【Photos】
Dangly Totoro Japanese sweets charms are every bit as sweet and charming as you’d imagine【Photos】
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japan’s two-month Shut-in Pilgrimage – A 1,200-year-old way to deal with a modern issue
Shimonoseki’s Koreantown isn’t like Tokyo’s or Osaka’s, but it has a retro atmosphere all its own
Amazing ukiyo-e art exhibit gives you the chance to step inside a woodblock print and snap photos
10 crazy pizzas from Japan
Japan is changing its yen bills soon, so beware of scam artists, government warns
Experience space travel — or something like it — on the Star Fighter Day Bus Tour!
10 great quirky museums to beat the Japan rainy season blues
Foreign resident of Japan sentenced to eight months in prison for vandalizing Tokyo shrine
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past