yokai
Today we’re counting down some pivotal episodes before the release of Yashahime this October.
In these trying times, no one can be blamed for trying to get as much help as possible to keep safe from coronavirus, even if it’s from a mythical yokai.
People in Japan are turning to the mysterious Amabie to help us through the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan’s most terrifying ghouls, monsters and demons come out to frighten the public on a street believed to border the spirit world.
The granddaddy of yokai anime, Gegege no Kitaro, gets an unexpected salute as it reaches the half-century milestone.
Why DO kappa flip their lids for cucumber? No better time to investigate that than June 14, recognized around the globe as Cucumber Day.
The Kappa is generally known as a clownish, mostly friendly water spirit in Japanese mythology, but a cursory web search recently revealed the creature’s darker nature.
Haunted by demanding ghosts but can’t afford to look like a dweeb? These tights are just what you need!
What could be scarier than looking in a mirror and seeing a demon staring back at you? How about being too engrossed in your smartphone to even notice…
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Japan to reopen borders to travelers from all countries worldwide starting in October
Japanese cosplayer reveals how to take the perfect mirror selfie
Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Studio Ghibli animator reveals the secret food eaten by Chihiro’s parents in Spirited Away
Beautiful highway in Japan has terrifying traffic safety reminder
Life-size Gundam statue in Japan can now move, and it looks incredible【Videos】
Japanese government to start giving newlywed couples a wedding gift of 600,000 yen
How to perfectly heat steamed buns in the microwave【Cooking Hack】
Entire building of restaurants/bars staffed by Japanese adult film actresses to open in Tokyo
DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
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- Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
- Entire building of restaurants/bars staffed by Japanese adult film actresses to open in Tokyo
- DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
- Studio Ghibli animator reveals the secret food eaten by Chihiro’s parents in Spirited Away
Studio Ghibli releases new Spirited Away kami collection- Life-size Gundam statue in Japan can now move, and it looks incredible【Videos】
Twitter quacks with laughter at this hilariously angry duck berating a golden retriever【Video】
Newest tool to help Japanese people learn English: An all-English isekai light novel
Japan’s tallest skyscraper ever, taller than Tokyo Tower, to be built near Tokyo Station
Turning one of Japan’s “crappiest properties” into one-meter-sized restaurant hits crowdfund goal
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- Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Man sheds half his body weight, looks like a handsome model in just one year
Downtown Tokyo hotel makes its rooms absolutely free in exchange for one small favor
This isn’t an anime cel – It’s the greatest 3-D CG model of a Studio Ghibli character ever made
One Piece anime/manga creator says when he wants the series to end, promises it’ll be “amazing”
Zelda gamers get it: real-life secret, bomb-able entrance to dungeon found in Japan
Family stuns with amazing Detective Conan, Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, and more group cosplays
We test out Uniqlo’s “new and improved” Airism mask for form, fashion, and function
The reason why Japanese students don’t pronounce English properly- Entire building of restaurants/bars staffed by Japanese adult film actresses to open in Tokyo
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Adult Cream Pie coming to McDonald’s Japan
Jason calls off Friday the 13th activities due to coronavirus
Japan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right now
Microsoft Japan’s experiment with 3-day weekend boosts worker productivity by 40 percent- Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Japanese cosplay model shows off thighs, but fans’ eyes are on her Nintendo 64 controller grip
Customers race to Uniqlo for new summer face masks, but are they really worth the hype?
Parasite movie releases free official wallpapers to download as backgrounds for video calls
Pokémon fan learns the startling truth about the Wooloo plushie
Japanese students hold graduation ceremony in Minecraft amid school cancellation
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Life-size Gundam statue in Japan can now move, and it looks incredible【Videos】
Japanese government to start giving newlywed couples a wedding gift of 600,000 yen
How to perfectly heat steamed buns in the microwave【Cooking Hack】
Entire building of restaurants/bars staffed by Japanese adult film actresses to open in Tokyo
DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
What pandemic? Onsen towns, hiking trails and theme parks packed with crowds on four-day weekend
This downtown Tokyo video rental shop still has 6,000 VHS tapes, will rent you a VCR too【Photos】
Aichi man gets 10 months in prison for saying “I got corona” in electronics store, loses appeal
Turning one of Japan’s “crappiest properties” into one-meter-sized restaurant hits crowdfund goal
Manga writer arrested for groping wanted to make a series “stimulating” for guys who like young girls
Clever new packaging trick helps make it easier to eat instant ramen without ruining your health
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