4 Ways J-Pop Has Gone Sakura for 2016
There are plenty of J-pop songs with cherry tree, or 'sakura,' in the title. Here are four new entries from 2016 alone!
FEMM — PoW! / L.C.S. Review
POW!/L.C.S. is packed with some killer remixes, but it’s not the new material that’s the star here—it’s the (finally!) CD release of Femm-Isation, FEMM's previously digital-only re...
2 Sakura Cupcakes, 2 Very Different Flavors
To show their appreciation for the cherry blossoms, two famous Western bakeries are offering limited-edition 'sakura' cupcakes!
Sink Your Teeth into Natural Sakura Ice Cream
Why settle for artificial cherry blossom-flavored ice cream when you can have the full on petals in your tasty, icy treat?
5 New Tea-Infused Kit Kat Flavors
Other than the popular green tea Kit Kat, you can get your tea and Kit Kat fix another way with these five tantalizing tea flavors.
Top 5 Hanami Spots in the Tokai Area
Want to see some beautiful cherry blossoms this year? Then check out these Top 5 sites that promise some gorgeous pictures and fantastic views!
5 Lesser-Known Sakura Spots Around Tokyo
There are a number of gorgeous cherry blossom spots just waiting to be enjoyed in the greater Tokyo area that are virtually unknown to visitors.
This Stylish Knife Showroom is a Cut Above!
This Niigata Prefecture showroom is truly a visual and hands-on experience for both beginners and experienced knife users.
18 Awesome Recipes Using Pickled Sakura
This list of awesome recipes with pickled cherry blossoms, or 'okazuke,' includes traditional Japanese foods as well as contemporary Westernized treats! Yum!
World's Smallest Bento Fits Inside a Watch!
Watch as four artisans collaborate to create the world’s smallest bento that fits inside a watch!
Animated Film Recreates the Beauty of Tokyo
Marvel at the uncannily realistic images of Tokyo portrayed in the animated film 'The Garden of Words.'
Create Your Very Own Anime Film!
The same animation software that created the wonderful Ghibli film 'Princess Mononoke' will be available to download for free!
Fashionable Sailor Moon Attire
Transform your wardrobe with a little moon prism powder magic!
People Dressed as Animals Dressed Like People
The smash hit movie 'Zootopia' inspires cosplay enthusiasts to create real-life versions of their favorite animated characters.
The Whole-Body Gaming Experience!
From your head to your feet, you'll be able to control a 3-D scanned version of yourself in IBM Japan's newest gaming project.
Monopoly Gets a Crafty Makeover
Learn about traditional Japanese crafts, toys and accessories all while trying to buy up as many products as possible in this version of Monopoly.
Shinobi Wanted, Apply Within!
If you happen to reside in Aichi Prefecture and are needing some extra dough, why not audition to become a prefecture ninja?
The Ultimate Group Tent
Enjoy your own personal space or chat it up in the communal meeting room in this outdoor tent!
The 3 Great Cherry Trees of Japan
The only thing more jaw-dropping than their beauty is just how long these cherry trees have been around!
