Japanese budget Italian family-restaurant chain Saizeriya has built a devoted following among students and cost-conscious diners with its famously affordable, tasty food. On October 14, Saizeriya anno ...
General Mills’ flagship ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs is a global household name. Founded more than 60 years ago, it has won over ice cream lovers around the world. Japan regularly gets a tempting lin ...
The bakery "Meika Seven" in Oshima, Koto Ward, Tokyo, is once again setting the Japanese internet ablaze, thanks to its signature product, the "Usukawa Anpan" (super thin-skin red bean bun). Its ridic ...
"Osechi" (おせち) refers to special dishes prepared by Japanese people for major holidays, especially during the New Year period, which is why it's also known as Shōgatsu Ryōri or Osechi Ryōri. The ...
Japan's popular conveyor belt sushi chain, Kura Sushi, known for its unique Bikkura Pon! gacha game where diners can win prizes by dropping empty plates into a slot, is gearing up for an adorable new ...
Osechi is a collection of traditional Japanese New Year's foods, specially prepared to be enjoyed during the holiday celebrations. Following the smash-hit success of last year's Haikyu!! Osechi 2026, ...
For those unfamiliar, "Osechi" (おせち) refers to special dishes prepared in Japan for significant celebrations, especially during the New Year period, often called "Shogatsu Ryori" or "Osechi Ryori." ...
Illustrator Nagano's wildly popular "Chiikawa" series has been drawing massive crowds to the "Chiikawa Bakery" since its grand opening in Harajuku Omotesando in 2024. Fans are still lining up daily to ...
Shinji Saijyo's cooking manga Iron Wok Jan!, known for its over-the-top culinary battles that often defy convention, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a TV anime that kicked off this July. To m ...
Artist Nagano's "Chiikawa" is getting its first theatrical anime film, "Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island," hitting the big screen on July 24, 2026. The official team has partnered with Japan's 7 ...
Illustrator NAGANO's adorable creation, Chiikawa, has taken the world by storm! After its anime debut, its unique charm won over countless fans, leading to an endless stream of merchandise. Now, get r ...
Renowned Japanese illustrator Mel Kishida, celebrated for his work on the "Atelier Arland" trilogy, "Heaven's Memo Pad," and "Hanasaku Iroha," has captivated fans not just with his delicate and fresh ...
Known as "Japan's hardest prison to escape" and dubbed a "hellish" institution, the famous Abashiri Prison Museum in Hokkaido (which ceased operations as a prison and was converted into a museum) has ...
A recent post on X about "what Koreans must eat when visiting Japan" has sparked a massive debate among Japanese and Korean social media users. Surprisingly, the most-named item wasn't the usual suspe ...
RPG legend "Dragon Quest" is officially celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, solidifying its status as one of SQUARE ENIX's flagship franchises. And to mark the occasion, get ready for a ton of ...
Fantuan, or Taiwanese rice rolls, are one of Taiwan’s most familiar breakfast staples. Packed with sticky rice, fried dough sticks, and a generous amount of fillings, they have also become a local fa ...
Japanese conveyor belt sushi chain "くら寿司" (Kura Sushi) has been rapidly expanding its footprint, captivating diners with its signature gachapon prize system earned by returning plates. It's a majo ...
Celebrating its 30th anniversary on air this year, the beloved anime "Detective Conan" continues its reign! Its 29th movie in the series, "Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway," hit Japane ...
Get ready, Trainers! The OG "Pokémon Cafe" – the very first permanent Pokémon-themed cafe, with locations in Tokyo and Osaka – is getting a major glow-up! After closing its Tokyo Nihonbashi branch ...
When you think of Naruto, one thing instantly comes to mind: Ichiraku Ramen! It's not just a staple in the anime; official real-world restaurants have even popped up, letting fans dive headfirst into ...
