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McDonald’s Japan releases first-ever matcha pie, perfectly timed for sakura season
We don’t have long to wait now until sakura season starts and people head outdoors to stroll and picnic beneath the blossoms, as part of a traditional pastime known as hanami or flower-viewing. While the focus will be firmly on pink drinks and foods to match the sakura, it’s also… Read
Keep your skin squeaky clean with the new cleansing balm by & honey
The first step in every skincare routine should be cleansing the skin. Depending on your skin type, there are oil-based, cream-based or foam-based cleansers that will strip your skin of any grime that might have built up over the day. Finding the right cleanser takes trial and error from checking… Read
Djuce the sommelier-approved canned premium wines now available in Japan
Amazing wine in cans? No longer is it an oxymoron as skeptics may have dismissed in the past but a real growing trend in the wine industry as shown by Djuce, the premium wine brand launched in 2022 in Stockholm, Sweden. Making its debut in Japan last October, Djuce is… Read
Want to spruce up your bike helmet? Switch over to Oshare-heru
In recent years, the Japanese government has been pushing for all cyclists to wear helmets when biking. Following last year’s helmet shortage, there are now many different kinds of helmets to suit any age or gender. One standout is Oshare-heru (fashionable helmet), a “customizable” helmet that allows you to add… Read
Recreate the Ghibli Museum at home in cute miniature form
Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum is a shining display of the worldview of Studio Ghibli and its acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki, whose son Goro helped to design and build it at the turn of the century. It’s one of the most magical places in the city, with design features that make visitors swoon, and now you can reconstruct it… Read
Kimit is the cat-shaped ragdoll of the future
If you love cats but have a cat allergy or your apartment might not allow pets, you’re not alone. Here’s why the Kimit Ragdoll might be the answer to your problems. Developed by Sega Toys using data collected from over 100 cats, the Kimit Ragdoll is made to mimic all… Read
Make remote work more convenient with Notte On
Remote work allows you the flexibility of choosing your day at the office. Whether you do your tasks at a cafe or from a different time zone, remote work has its obvious advantages. One of the caveats though, is that you might not have the space and storage that an… Read
Sakura Totoro tableware arrives in stores just in time for sakura season
Like sakura petals falling on the surface of pond, the annual return of the cherry blossoms itself has a ripple effect in Japan. Around the time the pink flowers appear on trees, we also start seeing the return of seasonal sweets, artwork, and interior items with cherry blossom motifs, and this phenomenon… Read
Baby Bird Reincarnation sofa bed
What is it that makes taking a nap on the sofa so comfy? You’d expect to get your best sleep in a bed, seeing as how it’s specifically designed for that purpose, and yet sometimes the more refreshing, restful snooze is the one you simply drift off into while stretching… Read
Not your ordinary face mask, introducing the Privacy Mask by Canon
The COVID-19 pandemic has made wearing face masks more commonplace not just in Japan but all over the world. Face masks can slow the transmission of diseases and protect those with prior health complications from infection. Nowadays, there are a variety of different masks for different occasions. From fashionable cloth… Read
