Honda has released a paper-model of ASIMO so that kids and robot enthusiasts can try building one on their own.

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It probably comes as no surprise that Japan is a nation of cyclists. Everyone competes for sidewalk space with commuters and tourists in every major city.

But take the cycles off the sidewalk and on…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 1 comment

the courtyard of the new Dai-Ichi Preschool in Kumamoto | photos courtesy Hibino Sekkei

What is it about puddles of water that makes kids want to jump right into them with all their might? It’s n…

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some recent examples of early education facilities designed by Youji no Shiro | click to enlarge

If you wanted great sushi you wouldn’t go to a diner, right? You would go to a sushi shop. And if …

posted by  RamenRyan | 9 years, 3 months ago | 0 comments

The Game Boy has become a popular musical instrument in recent years. Many DJs use its internal sound chip to make music. But few use it like TORIENA.

She started making music on her Game Boy (also …

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 1 comment

Mushrooms are an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine, and there are so many varieties to choose from. Hopefully this guide will make things a bit easier on you. It will tell you what a mushroo…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 1 comment

Here on Tofugu, we talk about all kinds of different people in Japanese society. The politician, the salaryman, the artist, the musician. But seldom do we focus on a large section of the Japanese pop…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 2 comments

Erica enjoys the theatre and animated films, would like to visit south-east Asia, and believes her ideal partner is a man with whom she can chat easily. She is less forthcoming, however, when asked h…

posted by  Yubi | 9 years, 3 months ago | 1 comment

Many people were surprised when Mario made an appearance in a marketing campaign for Mercedes Benz. But actually there is a way to enjoy driving the streets of Tokyo like you are playing Mario Kart f…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 0 comments

Everyone loves noodles!! Or not..?

Somen, Ramen, Soba, Udon… Japan has a variety of noodle dishes.

However, noodles are more considered as a snack than a real meal. You can find different sorts…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 9 years, 3 months ago | 0 comments