Rise & Win Brewing: A Environmentally Conscious New Microbrewery in Tokushima
all photos courtesy Rise & Win Brewing Co. There’s a craft beer boom brewing in Japan. Craft beer has been popping up in every corner of the country. And wh…
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Tokyo Excess: Kanda Myojin, The Love Live Shrine in Akihabara
Kanda Myojin is a nice and relaxing side trip after all the tech/anime/character shopping in Akihabara. read the original article
Japanese Designers and Tea Houses
The enigmatic Japanese designer Tokujin Yoshioka recently announced that he would be participating in Glasstress 2011. Running in parallel with the 54th Venice Biennale, the event invites globally ac…
10 Snacks to Try in Japan
Japan has many kinds of delicious snacks that you cannot find anywhere else. There are some flavors that are only available in the country and can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. rea…
'One Piece' Update: Japan's 'Burning Blood' Acquiring Limited Anison Sound Edition; Game Expected to be Released on April 2016!
OnePiece # Gaming - 'One Piece' Update: Japan's 'Burning Blood' Acquiring Limited Anison Sound Edition; Game Expected to be Released on April 2016! - Bandai Na…
Robots Learn to Push Heavy Objects With Their Bodies, Just Like You
The payload of a robot is a well-defined number that usually refers to how much mass its actuators or mobility system can comfortably support. The payload of a human works in a similar way, exce…
COPIC 101: Everything You Need to Know about the World's Best Marker from Japan
If you're an artist or a crafter (or even if you aren't), you may have noticed a new brand of marker popping up in craft stores lately. Or perhaps you are a Japanophile and are already fami…
Hina Doll Shops in Asakusabashi
Asakusabashi's doll shops are one of those, not worth a special trip, but worth a visit if you're in the area attractions. If you're in Ryogoku or Akihabara and have a bit of extra ene…
Commuter Gamer: Passing the Time on Tokyo Trains
Most Japanese workers in Tokyo commute by train from the suburbs, reachable within 60-90 minutes. While a few of the trains are packed, most trains are punctual and have enough space for a commu…
The Masterful Craftsmanship of a Kutani Ceramics Painter
The Japanese ceramic studio Kutani Choemon was founded in 1879 and has been making tableware and tea ceremony utensils for over 130 years. In the video below, the studio demonstrates the …