summer (Page 3)

Studio Ghibli releases cute “bean letter” uchiwa fans in three anime movie designs

Totoro is just one of the popular characters ready to keep you cool this summer.

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Studio Ghibli releases new My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away bamboo fans for summer

Stay cool with the help of these iconic anime characters.

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Starbucks Japan releases a new limited-edition drink that’s big on simplicity

We find out if simplicity equals perfection or a desire for more flavour.

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Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo

Add an air of sophistication to your coffee time with these gorgeous goods.

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How special is Starbucks Japan’s new “Special Ver.” Frappuccino?

Join us as we find out if this is a decadent improvement or a sneaky cash grab.

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Can Starbucks Japan’s new Chillax Sodas really help you relax and chill?

Customers in Japan get a new type of limited-edition drink this summer.

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Studio Ghibli releases My Neighbour Totoro rush pillows and mats to keep igusa culture alive

Japanese countryside tradition brings forest bathing into your home.

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Starbucks Japan unveils exclusive new drinkware goods for summer

Mugs, cups and tumblers make a splash for a limited time.

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Japanese clothing companies adopt fifth “Intense Heat” season because summer is too long

There are five seasons in Japan.

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How Japanese people deal with death at Nagasaki’s Shoro Nagashi ceremony

Honouring the dead in a moving way that aids the grieving process.

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Santa Claus is coming to town in a rocket in Japan this summer

I saw Santa kissing the sky.

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The unusual and surprising ways people in Nagasaki celebrate Obon, the festival of spirits

One of the few places in Japan where you’ll see families setting off fireworks at the cemetery.

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What happens when you freeze your boss’s glasses in a block of ice?

Results may vary.

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Mr. Sato dons full pilgrim fashion to escape the summer heat

Let’s take it back to ’79… 1879.

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Testing out the parasol that boasts lowering temperatures by 13.7 degrees

Will the real slim and shady parasol please stand up?

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How to dress for summer in Japan: Tips from a rickshaw driver in Asakusa

Fashion advice on how to dress for a Japanese summer leads us to some historic stores.

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Mr. Sato reminds us that when the going gets hot, the hot get straw hats

Normalize Raiden hats!

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McDonald’s adds a new Cheese Bacon Potato Pie to its menu in Japan for a limited time

Former idol group member stars in the new commercial, set at a Japanese summer festival.

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5 reasons why this new 7-Eleven ice cream is amazing

A sweet convenience store tip-off from a local.

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Nearly half of Japan plans to spend summer vacation at home

No one goes out in Japan no more. It’s too crowded.

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