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Author: Ting Yen Hsian
24
Nov
2021
  • Activities & Attractions

Japanese Cat Temple: Where You Can Literally Worship Your Feline Overlords

At Nyannyan-ji, a Japanese cat temple in Kyoto, visitors are encouraged to worship their fluffy overlords and embrace their cat lady selves.
22
Nov
2021
  • Culture

20 Isekai Anime Series To Watch So That You Can Travel To Other Worlds Without Leaving Your Home

With these 20 isekai anime series, you will be transported to worlds you’ve never imagined without having to step out of your house!
08
Nov
2021
  • Culture

Okunoshima: Japan’s Rabbit Island That Was Once Home To Biochemical Weapons Experimentation

Okunoshima, also known as Rabbit Island, is home to free-roaming rabbits and a surprisingly dark WW2-related past.
02
Nov
2021
  • Activities & Attractions

Japanese Scarecrow Village Will Make You Feel As If You’re In A Horror Movie

Although the scarecrow village of Nagoro seems bizarre at first glance, the backstory of how the place came to be is quite wholesome.
27
Oct
2021
  • Food Guides

84: A Secret Nintendo Cafe That Can Only Be Found By Solving A Puzzle

84, also known as the Secret Nintendo Cafe, used to be a members-only haunt. However, the owner has now opened it to the public.
19
Oct
2021
  • Culture

21 Tokyo Revengers Facts You Need To Know Before Watching The Live-Action Movie

The Tokyo Revengers movie will be released internationally on 21st October! Here are 21 Tokyo Revengers facts to know before watching it.
30
Sep
2021
  • Culture

9 New Anime Series In Fall 2021 That Will Be As Cool As The Season

The new crop of anime in Fall 2021, ranging from horror to comedy, will be sure to make your autumn even cooler than the season!
24
Sep
2021
  • News

Felissimo’s Sea Otter Pouch Has Adorable Magnetic Paws So You Can Make Them Hold Hands

The Felissimo sea otter pouch is not only adorable, but it also has features that replicate those of real sea otters.
22
Sep
2021
  • Funny News

These Isekai Photos Of Buff Shirtless Men In Anime Poses Make Us Want To Cross Dimensions To Meet Them

These stock photos of isekai shirtless men in a fantasy world are things that you never knew you needed until you see them on the web.
20
Sep
2021
  • News

Giant Mechanical Pencil By Japanese Stationery Maker Proves That The Pen Is Mightier Than The Sword

This giant mechanical pencil made by stationery company Sakura Craypas allows you to write essays by day and fight demons by night.
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