If you're plugged into Japanese trends, you probably know that beyond major online media, X (formerly Twitter) is a go-to for checking out what's hot and happening in Japan, with tons of creators and ...
When you think of "cheating" methods, you usually picture secret messages on social media apps like Line, Instagram, or Messenger. But Japanese netizens have noticed that these sneaky tactics are gett ...
Sony Life Insurance recently dropped its "Future Aspirations Survey," polling 1,000 junior and senior high school students across Japan. So, what's really on the minds of these young dreamers? Turns o ...
For many "gentlemen" out there, the name FC2 probably rings a bell. Known for hosting a plethora of videos, some infringing on copyrights and many unsuitable for minors, it's often dubbed a "lawless z ...
In this wild, wild web, it feels like you can snag just about anything on online marketplaces these days. That "everything-at-your-fingertips" shopping vibe has totally become the norm, covering all y ...
Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) recently dropped a short video on its official social media channels titled "A Day in the Life of a MAFF Employee." The clip chronicles a ...
Japan's 27th House of Councillors election, held recently on July 20th, garnered significant public attention. While the ruling Liberal Democratic Party faced an unprecedented defeat, failing to secur ...
Regarding credit card usage policies, since July 2022, after DMM.com ceased using Mastercard for adult content transactions, there has been a surge in cases where specific credit card brands have susp ...
A recent X (formerly Twitter) post from Japan has blown up online, detailing a wild encounter a woman had while munching on rice balls at a park. She was just chilling on a bench when a random grandma ...
If you've ever traveled to Japan, chances are you've spotted ads for host clubs in areas like Shinjuku, Tokyo, or Osaka. These ads typically feature photos and names of the top hosts, proudly showcasi ...
Whether you play mobile or web games, you've likely heard of "third-party top-up services." In Japan, these are known as "kakin daikō" (proxy top-ups), where real money is used to commission a third ...
Japan's squeaky-clean image and stellar safety record are legendary, especially in bustling Tokyo. But scratch beneath the surface after dark, and a different, more unsettling picture emerges. Recentl ...
Yoshiyuki Tomino, the revered "Father of Gundam," holds a legendary status in the anime industry. Now 83, he has yet to announce his retirement. While he has admitted that his time and energy for crea ...
AI's recent advancements have captivated global attention. From generating images and videos to smart conversations and document processing, more and more people are experimenting with this emerging t ...
Nintendo's next-gen console, the Nintendo Switch 2, is flying off shelves worldwide. However, a wave of misleading and "malicious listings" has emerged on major Japanese resale platforms, sparking str ...
Megumi Hayashibara (林原めぐみ) is a legend in the voice acting world, also known for her work as a singer, DJ, lyricist (under the pseudonym Grace), and author. Her iconic roles are countless, from R ...
It's a global story: traditional bookstores facing an uphill battle, and Japan is no exception. With e-books on the rise and readers ditching physical pages, the classic bookstore has struggled to kee ...
When you talk about Mini 4WD, you can't not mention the Bakusou Kyoudai Let's & Go!! anime series, based on the manga by Tetsuhiro Koshita. Its high-octane action, combined with the real-life Mini 4WD ...
We all know the feeling: you're at work, you want to sneak in a little downtime (?), but you absolutely cannot get caught. Even if you're slacking, you've got to get your job done to avoid getting bus ...
Japanese manga artist Ryuju Ryo's work, "The Future I Saw," is based on his "dream diary" — a notebook where he recorded his prophetic dreams. Originally published in 1999, the manga shot to fame whe ...
