Wu Fan, Author at TheSmartLocal Japan - Travel, Lifestyle, Culture & Language Guide

Neko-Yokujo: Dreamy Bathhouse & Cat Cafe In Osaka Where You Can Play & Sleep With Rescued Cats

Soak in cats here, literally, while having a footbath with cats in your arms. Stay the night to catch some z's or let cats watch over you.

Japan’s winter wonderland up north in Tohoku is an onsen paradise of historic villages, magnificent snowscapes, and living cultural heritage.

Adorbz stackable doughnuts made with wholesome natural ingredients + comfy nature-themed shops all over Japan = the best of many worlds.

Enjoy a taste of pastoral life as you wade through an ever-changing sea of flowers by a windmill and harvest fresh produce for a grill party.

At Shoraian, food and art are served from the heart. Enjoy tofu kaiseki with beautiful calligraphy and scenery that change with the seasons.

Japan’s classic sailor school uniform just went from kawaii to kakkoii with this inclusive and functional design.

With these delish mini beef bowl replicas from Yoshinoya, you can now flex that you've got food at your fingertips at all times.

At Ichijo Dori Yokai Street in Kyoto, monsters help to man the stalls. Enter the spirit world with yokai-themed food and night parades.

Gudetama is rolling into Netflix on an eggshell-turned-stroller with its new friend Shakipiyo. Hop on their eggcellent aventure on 13th Dec!

YOASOBI music meets Gundam animations in a soul-stirring video to celebrate the birthdays of YOASOBI and Gundam’s new original series.