If you find yourself in Japan and are looking for a unique dining experience, kushikatsu is a must-try. This beloved comfort food consisting of deep fried skewered meat, vegetables, and seafood, has captured the hearts of locals and travelers alike.…
Are you tired of AI news? Well regardless of how you feel, AI news isn’t done with you yet. If you’ve been on X/Twitter in the last week of March 2025, your feed’s likely been inundated with memes in the…
If you’ve ever wandered the streets of Tokyo at night, you couldn’t have missed the silver cans of Strong Zero that a huge amount of tourists and locals alike seem to be holding. This isn’t your average canned drink, it’s…
Visual kei (AKA VK), is a uniquely Japanese music and fashion subculture that emerged in the late 1980s. It stands as one of Japan’s most distinctive music and fashion movements combining theatrical performances dramatic makeup and elaborate costumes. This unique…
In Japanese culture sacred arrows known as hamaya serve as powerful symbols of protection and good fortune. These decorative arrows have played a significant role in religious ceremonies and New Year celebrations for centuries holding deep spiritual meaning for those…
If you’ve been to Osaka, have you ever wondered why there’s statues of smiling gnomes with their feet out everywhere? That character is named Billiken, he’s a beloved character in Japan but especially in Osaka. But why is he such…
If you’ve watched Japanese media, you might have come across Sanada Yukimura without hearing his name or knowing who he was. His iconic red armor is often used in cosplays, games and anime even when his name isn’t attached so…
The picture below is a member of the Seven Lucky Gods (Shichi-fuku-jin). His name is Ebisu-sama. He looks really happy with a big smile. When you search for his image on the internet, he always seems happy, to the point…
On top of a hill looking over the city of Kyoto is one Japan’s many UNESCO World Heritage sites, Kiyomizu-dera temple. Though you might not know about Kiyomizu-dera temple, chances are you’ve seen pictures of it. It’s one of the…
Here’s an obscure Japanese term for you to learn, did you know about “マッチポンプ” or “match pump”? No? Awesome, you’re not wasting your time by being here then. Let me tell you about Japan’s term for profitable gaslighting. What is…
