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Author: Nicole Wee
15
Feb
2023
  • Things To Do

Tashirojima Island: Where Cats Outnumber Humans & Are Enshrined As Deities

Can't get enough of cats? Be surrounded by fluffy felines 24/7 while camping at cat-themed cabins at Tashirojima, an island in Miyagi.
31
Jan
2023
  • Food Guides

Dagashiya Maboroshido: Retro Vending Machines In The Countryside Operated By A Japanese Grandma

Run by an adorable grandma, Dagashiya Maboroshido adds a human touch that's unlike your average vending machine run.
01
Dec
2022
  • Culture

21 Japanese Romance Dramas To Watch So You Won’t Feel Like A Lonely Single Pringle

Here are the top 21 Japanese romance dramas of all time that actually have engaging and interesting plots!
12
Oct
2022
  • Culture

10 Japanese Horror Movies That Will Satisfy Your Creepy Cravings In The Middle Of The Night

Dare or dare - up your Halloween game with these 10 Japanese horror movies that are bound to scare you witless.
29
Aug
2022
  • News

Japan’s 1st Monkey Queen’s Reign Endangered By Mating Season, Love Triangle Incoming

Who needs reality TV when you can watch a monkey Queen in Japan climb to the top of the hierarchy and seize control of her troop?
05
Aug
2022
  • News

Japanese Cat Stationmaster Nitama Gets Promoted To Chief Priest Of Tama Shrine

Cat lovers unite! Wakayama Prefecture takes putting adorable felines on the pedestal to a new level with Nitama Cat Priest.
27
Jul
2022
  • News

RPG-style Memorial Altars Let You Send Your Loved Ones Off In Style Just Like They Wanted 

Give your loved ones a send-off they deserve with this RPG-style memorial altar that mimics the classic fantasy setting.
21
Jul
2022
  • Culture

8 Life Lessons We Learnt From Yuzuru Hanyu, Including Why In Life You Need Both A Friend And Foe

An ode to Japan's Ice Prince, Yuzuru Hanyu, and all the life lessons he has taught us. Here's hoping we'll see him on ice again.
07
Jul
2022
  • News

Snack Cat Beds From CattyMan Make Your Feline Companions Cooler Than They Already Are 

Summer is upon us. Help your furry feline friends stay cool and cute in this hot season with these snack cat beds.
07
Jul
2022
  • News

Anime Idol Altars Now Let You Enshrine Your Favourite Anime Characters Or Idols So They’ll Come Home 

Hardcore anime and idol fans, here's your chance to set up a "shrine" to worship your favourites - with this anime idol altar.
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