Logo Designs Revealed for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Now's your chance to voice your opinion on the designs that have been shortlisted to represent Japan at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games!
Where to Buy Cheap Stuff around Tokyo
Because shopping in Tokyo isn't only for the spendthrift, but also for the budget-conscious buyer, we give you a lowdown on where to get good stuff and great deals in and around Japan's capital city.
Sputniko! Bonds Myth, Science & Music
This new scientific discovery not only has its own music video, but also ties to ancient Japanese mythology.
Go Treasure Hunting in a Porcelain Warehouse
Ready for a memorable shopping spree? Try a 90-minute treasure hunt for as much Japanese pottery as you can carry!
Turn Your Smartphone into a Telescope!
Take pictures of the surface of the moon and planets on your smartphone with this cool new telescope add-on!
Cones of Light Create Abstract Trees
Take a look at how this Japanese architect stages an immersive installation made up primarily of light for an interactive forest experience!
A Brief History of Emoji
You likely know that emoji originated in Japan, but do you know how they ended up basically everywhere in the world?
Ishinomaki Stone Memorial for Victims of 3.11
The Ishinomaki Stone Memorial pays homage to the lives lost in the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 11, 2011.
4 Cool & Classic Souvenirs from Japan
‘Cool Japan’ is a government-sponsored campaign to promote Japan internationally through local products. And we've got our own ideas for some 'cool' and classic souvenirs!
Let the Power of the Clow Dry Your Hair
The Cardcaptor Sakura Sealing Wand will blow dry your hair without the aid of the Windy card.
Toyota Concept Car Made from 86 Wooden Panels
Check out Toyota’s stunning concept car, Setsuna, whose exterior is composed of 86 handmade wooden panels.
Internet on Your Phone: A Guide for Residents
In Japan, connecting your phone to the internet is almost easier as a tourist! Once you're a resident, it can quickly become a frustrating experience. However, there are several options out there, and you'll surely be able to find a suitable one.
A Select Shop in a Basement Parking Garage
Interested in a new shopping experience? Then visit Tokyo’s hippest new select shop located in a basement parking garage!
The Next Stage of Japan's Beloved Pancake
If you're a big fan of Japanese grilled dishes, you won't want to miss this 'teppanyaki' restaurant in Osaka that flips traditional 'okonomiyaki' on its head.
Bonseki Rocks Our World!
You’re probably familiar with bonsai, but what exactly is its other traditional cousin, 'bonseki'?
Wall Art Doubles as a Light-Emitting Lantern
Is it a lantern? Is it a photo of a lantern? Is it wall art? Well, it’s all of the above. And it’s the latest innovation from the mind-bending design duo YOY!
Origami-Inspired Mural by Artist DAAS
It’s rare to find commissioned street art in Japan. However, there are exceptions, and this colorful mural in Osaka is one of them!
Stay Connected! Phone Service for Tourists
Technology First Time in Japan
Finding a way to stay connected using your smartphone abroad is always bothersome, and Japan is no exception. Read on to learn all you'll need to know to ease the process!
Molecular Structure of Glass, Done in Glass
A Japanese design firm has recreated the molecular structure of glass—magnified one billion times—out of 5,000 pieces of glass.
Real Radios Made from Real Seashells
To commemorate the 90 years since radios were first brought to japan, the staff at Japanese radio station BayFM decided to create 100 seashell radios.
