Building a Better Bakery
Check out this renovated Kyoto townhouse that was turned into a cheese tart shop and tech startup.
Hot Spring Theme Park Might Become a Reality
This clip shows a number of jaw-dropping ideas for the spa-filled amusement park, including 'onsen' carousels and roller coasters filled with spring water.
Masanori Aoyagi on Japan's World Heritage
When the sites of Japan’s Meiji industrial revolution were added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites, Highlighting Japan spoke with then-Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Masanori Aoyagi about the significance of World Heritage Sites in Japan.
6 Hokusai Watercolors Found in Netherlands?
In a stunning revelation, six Western-style watercolor paintings in the Netherlands have been suggested to be works of Katsushika Hokusai, the most famous 'ukiiyo-e' artist of Japan's Edo Period.
Go 'Deep' in Osaka on an Amphibious Bus Tour
Not everyone can say they've seen Osaka Castle while inside of an amphibious vehicle. Here's your chance!
Take a Dip in Some Ramen Bath Salts
You may want to refrain from using these yummy-smelling bath powders when you’re hungry!
Sega’s Mega Drive/Genesis Lives Again!
This re-release of the classic 16-bit video game console won’t be manufactured by Sega, or even in Japan, but that won't stop us from buying one!
Meet Orizuru: the First Flying Origami Crane
This folded paper bird is geared up and ready for take off!
