Sweet & Juicy! Japanese peach in season now
In Japan, peach is in season every year around June. Many people in Japan have long eaten and enjoyed it, dating back over 2000 years when it first came from mainland China. (more…)
Look at Japan’s creative square watermelon
Late June to late July every year is the shipping season for Square Watermelons in Japan.The watermelon is officially registered under the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)'s Geographical Indication (GI) Protection System as 'Zentsujisan Shikakusuika'. (more…)
Never before? JUMP manga pirate logo gets official name ‘Journey’
Screenshot from shonenjump_official YouTube channel Japan's manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump, published by Shueisha, boasts some of the world's most famous and global hit manga. Jump Pirates (the magazine's logo) is now officially named "Journey". (more…)
Watermelon-scented Ayu fish marks Japan summertime
Summer is here, and ayu [sweetfish] are in season again this year.In-season means the time of year when fish, vegetables and fruit are at their best. Many also believe it's the time when they are most nutritious. Japan is home to 4 seasons, giving the country plenty of varied produce as each season has its own cycle. (more…)
Better anti-counterfeiting tech, Japan’s money get a makeover
3 types of Japanese banknotes (10,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 1,000 yen notes) and the 500 yen coin will have a new look. (more…)
Cat robot waiters to serve you in Japan
Contactless services are becoming a new normal amid the Covid-19 pandemic. And one of the stars in this field is, of course, ROBOTS. (more…)
Demon Slayer: How fast is Rengoku?
Demon Slayer–Kimetsu no Yaiba–Mugen Train Arc aired on Japanese TV generated much buzz. A best-selling author even calculated Rengoku's speed?! (more…)
Old to new again, Japanese art on restoring book
No one can deny the craftsmanship skills of the Japanese. (more…)
Free drinks? new unique vending machine in Japan
Japan has the most vending machines in the world, being a paradise of vending machines. From ordinary to unusual ones.What about a vending machine that gives you free drinks? (more…)
How Japan mask glows with coronavirus contact
A new mask that glows when exposed to the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) has emerged. (more…)
Japan’s ‘Space Elevator’ ready to build in 2025?
Obayashi Corporation, one of Japan's top construction companies, is currently testing carbon nanotubes (CNTs). A key element towards bringing the "Space Elevator" dream to life. (more…)
Turn into cow when you sleep? Funny Japanese superstitions
Each country has its own superstitions.Even though they can be silly, most Japanese people just can't help following them. Let's see some of the amusing superstitions in Japan! (more…)