Samurai Guide: How to Wear a Sword
Not sure if samurai wore a sword with the handle pointed up to the heavens or down toward the earth? The answer may surprise you!
Iro Ken's Playful Paper Mobiles
When you're the son of comedians, your art tends to come out with a sense of humor.
Charisma.com's 'Aidoru C' Hits Like a Slap
Aidoru C, the latest album from Charisma.com, dares you to dance while hitting you in the face with topical lyrics that don’t pull any punches.
Exist†trace Release New Video & Album
Visual-kei metal band Exist†trace has released the music video for their new song 'Dream Rider' from their upcoming mini-album This is Now.
Saitama Pizza Buns
Why make regular sweet buns when you can make Saitama sweet buns?
Don't Miss this Fashionable Harajuku Cat Café!
Cat cafés are already pretty trendy, but this feline lovers' paradise takes the cake in both fur and chic.
Want to Sip on Sake from a Squid Chalice?
Why settle for sake cups when you could be drinking your fine rice wine from an edible chalice made out of squid?
Amazon Lets You Buy Japanese Games Overseas
Got your eye set on a particular Japanese video game that hasn't been released overseas? After forbidding international game distribution for years, Amazon now has you covered!
Check Out the Real Kiki's Bakery!
Whether you've seen the Ghibli film 'Kiki's Delivery Service' or not, you won't want to miss this bakery in Oita Prefecture!
Get 4 Famous Warriors in 'Gachapon' Form
Featuring four of the most famous samurai suits of armor, these 'gachapon' toys are a must for any avid samurai fans.
An Art-Inspired Approach to Bridal Services
Need some fresh ideas to plan a unique wedding in Japan? TeamLab is now offering digital installation wedding services in Tokyo!
Make Adorable Rilakkuma Cookie Cup Clingers!
Uber-talented Korean food artist and YouTuber Sweet The MI shows us that cookies and milk can be a lot more kawaii than we could ever imagine!
Using Regenerated Energy from Trains
Since 2014, Tokyo Metro—the firm that operates the subway lines that run through downtown Tokyo—has been using regenerated power from subway cars to power the equipment in train st...
10 Amazing Photos of Japanese Trains
Japan has some beautiful trains that pass through some incredible locations. And sometimes the train itself is the marvel!
How Japan's Trains Stay on Time
Ever wonder how Japan's trains stay so precisely on time? Hideki Hashimoto at the transport division of JR East's transport and rolling stock department explains the secret—and it'...
Hammering Out the Shinkansen's Face by Hand
Just one company in Japan, with a mere 40 employees, uses hand hammering techniques to produce many of the Shinkansen's distinctive shapes.
Akita Nairiku Line: Winter Wonderland by Rail
Through the heavy Akita snowfall, a train with one or two cars makes its way across bridges that span deep valleys and through tunnels that burrow into the heart of the mountains o...
East-Meets-West in Cake Form
Pastry chef Hideki Kubota fused together Japanese and Western elements to create one tantalizing 'sakura' cake!
Thomas the Tank Engine Takes Japan
It may come as a bit of a surprise, but Thomas the Tank Engine is one of Japan's best-loved children's characters. In fact, the country boasts multiple theme parks and working trai...
Tour Miyazaki through 6 Incredible Videos
Ancient shrines, traditional crafts, horseback riding, surfing, golf, great food and more all crammed against some of the most picturesque coastline you could hope to see. This is...
