Who Wouldn't Want to Wear this Epic Kotatsu?
Designing his clothes around the concept of relaxing in a comfortable room, Keisuke Nagami may have invented the ultimate in indoor cold-weather comfort: a heated table attached to not just one, but four parkas!
Don't Mess With this Office Worker!
Don't give this office worker a stack of work to do late in the day, lest she unleash her secret weapon.
Samurai Slice Up Street Litter
These fearsome and attractive samurai aren't after your life—they're after your litter!
Hikaru Skirt Illuminates 'Absolute Zone'
Would you want to wear a skirt that lights up inside?
Think You're Cut Out to Be a Shrine Maiden?
A job listing site in Japan is currently featuring a very interesting part-time job in the new Akihabara Shrine.
Take a Breakneck Video Tour of Japan!
Filmed during a three-week railway journey through Japan, this stupendously edited collection of memories reminds us of what can be so fascinating about this island nation.
The Ultimate Group Tent
Enjoy your own personal space or chat it up in the communal meeting room in this outdoor tent!
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?
10 Misconceptions We Assume True About Japan
Information First Time in Japan
If you live overseas and find yourself captivated by the intrigue of Japan, you’re certainly not alone. But sometimes what you think you know about Japan might not match up with reality!
Mountain-Sized Servings of Sushi in Ueno
These sushi portions are so big, you won't be able to fit it all in your mouth in one bite!
Embarrassed Engineer Invents 'Selfie Arms'
Who needs a selfie stick, when you can use 'selfie arms'!
Horrifyingly Cute Glass Hangers
Creepy Sadako, Kayako and Toshio are coming after you through your glass!
Teachers: Beware the 'Kancho'!
There are no winners in the 'kancho' game. But lots of kindergartners and elementary school students love playing it. Find out how to spot it before you, too, become a victim!
The Umbrella that Looks Like a Salad Head
With your Vegetabrella out, don't think of it as rain—think of it as dressing!
Amazing Capsule Hotels Around the World
From futuristic designs to being surrounded by the great outdoors, we take a look at some of the incredible next-level capsule hotels that can be found both in Japan and around the world.
Make these 3 Edible Micro-Dishes!
Check out these videos to learn how to make your own tiny, delightfully delectable Japanese dishes!
Share Your Music with the Song Wig
In a bold and radical new take on wearable tech, a device wants to take the music you listen to and put it at everyone else’s fingertips. Introducing the Song Wig!
Portable Shrines of a Monstrous Proportion!
These giant portable monster shrines took over Ueno Park to dazzle and frighten all.
5 Weird Beauty Products that Look Like Torture
Ever thought you'd like to try a face corset? No? How about an aluminum spa for your face? Check out this list of five weird Japanese beauty products that will have you questioning why they were made in the first place!
This Lobster Gundam Rocks!
One of the coolest Gundam we've ever seen, a custom (and organic) MSN-4 Sazabi Mobile Suit! You'll be shell-shocked when you see how it was created!
