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SoraNews24

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Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SoraNews24 is a bilingual news blog. Since our humble launch in 2008 we’ve built a massive fan base by reporting the interesting, strange and random.
6 Foods You Must Try in Ise-Shima

6 Foods You Must Try in Ise-Shima

Taking a trip to Mie Prefecture and Ise Grand Shrine? Don’t forget to bring your camera—and your appetite, too!

Folding Lego Samurai Not Included

Folding Lego Samurai Not Included

This eye-popping Lego pop-up book is a pretty accurate representation of one of Japan's most beloved castles!

Cool Off by the River & Order Some Drinks

Cool Off by the River & Order Some Drinks

If you find yourself needing a pick-me-up, yet still wanting to take in the views of Kyoto, stop by this Starbucks café!

Hungry for Art? Try Some of These Cookies

Hungry for Art? Try Some of These Cookies

A Japanese cookie artist turns blank cookie canvases into unbelievable edible masterpieces!

Pulling Back the Curtain on the Ninja World

Pulling Back the Curtain on the Ninja World

Discover the secrets of these shadow warriors and practice your ninja star throwing skills at 'The Ninja' exhibit at Tokyo's Miraikan.

High Quality Ramen Isn't Just for Restaurants

High Quality Ramen Isn't Just for Restaurants

For those unable to handle lengthy lines, how about purchasing ramen designed by the world's only one-star Michelin ramen restaurant from your local convenience store?

Intro to the Japanese Writing System: Katakana

Intro to the Japanese Writing System: Katakana

Let's take a look at perhaps the most puzzling type of Japanese text: 'katakana.'

Let the Beef Come to You

Let the Beef Come to You

This restaurant in Mie Prefecture is serving cuts of premium Matsusaka beef in a rather roundabout way.

A Delicious Way to Beat the Rainy Season Blues

A Delicious Way to Beat the Rainy Season Blues

Cool yourself off this June with Starbucks' new limited-edition Frappuccino that promises to be both cheesy and awesome!

Float Through an Edo Goldfish Wonderland

Float Through an Edo Goldfish Wonderland

With lanterns, cocktails and 1,000 unusual goldfish, this is the coolest place to hang out in your 'yukata' this summer.

Japan's Top 4 'Best 3' Sightseeing Spots!

Japan's Top 4 'Best 3' Sightseeing Spots!

Witness the best sightseeing spots Japan has to offer in four official, comprehensive lists.

Japan to Get Its First Legoland Theme Park

Japan to Get Its First Legoland Theme Park

It’s not Tokyo that’s being graced with this block-based attraction—look to Nagoya for your Lego theme park needs!

Ghibli's 'Red Turtle' Trailer is Beautiful

Ghibli's 'Red Turtle' Trailer is Beautiful

You may have worried when you heard that French-Japanese collaboration on 'The Red Turtle' would only be 'half-Ghibli.' These gorgeous visuals should put your mind at ease.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Geisha

10 Things You Didn't Know About Geisha

Have you ever wondered why geisha paint their face white, or who dresses a geisha? Well, be prepared to drop some knowledge on your friends about the whimsical world of geisha.

Tokyo Like You've Never Seen It Before

Tokyo Like You've Never Seen It Before

It's easy to make Tokyo look good—but this video makes it look like a gorgeous living landscape. Sit back and get swept away.

Making Time Travel to Edo a Virtual Reality

Making Time Travel to Edo a Virtual Reality

For anyone who has ever dreamed of traveling back in time to the Edo Period (1603-1868), you might want to start investing in some virtual reality software and gear!

Seek Shelter Under this 'Foliage Umbrella'

Seek Shelter Under this 'Foliage Umbrella'

Rain or shine, this is the perfect umbrella for whatever the weather.

Pack Your Bags for Yamaguchi

Pack Your Bags for Yamaguchi

After seeing these pictures it'll be hard not to make a stop in Yamaguchi Prefecture during your visit to Japan!

Captain America & Iron Man... Samurai?!

Captain America & Iron Man... Samurai?!

Iron Man and Captain America get a samurai makeover in this beautiful rendition of a classic 'ukiyo-e' painting.

Don't Throw Shade on Your Shading Skills!

Don't Throw Shade on Your Shading Skills!

Have you struggled with getting just the right hue of blue? These pens can help you out!

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