Sisyu: The Japanese Calligraphy Artist Who Created the Kanji for Pixar’s Inside Out
The emotions from ‘Inside Out’ and their corresponding kanji character

As Pixar plans the release of their latest film ‘Inside Out,’ slated to hit the big screen in the U.S. on June 17th, so too …

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A Figure Buyer's Guide to Otaku Mecca Akihabara

So you've come to Japan and have even made your way to otaku mecca Akihabara. Since you've followed our guide, you already have all the Japanese games you could want! But that's not enough to satiate…

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The future is here: Wearable electronics go on display at Tokyo trade show | The Japan Times

From glasses to wristbands and clothing, firms representing a variety of industries began showcasing their wearable electronic devices at a Tokyo trade show that kicked off Wednesday. Companies, incl…

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Mizuki Shigeru Road?Mizuki Shigeru Museum

Sakaiminato city, Tottori, serves a gateway to Japan. DBS cruise ferry links Sakaiminato, Donghae (South Korea) and Vladivostok (Russia). The Yonago Airport is only 15-min drive. Please enjoy our wid…

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A Multifamily Apartment Turned Into a Multicolored Cross Section of Rooms
Photos by Daichi Ano and Kazuyasu Kochi

Late last year, Tokyo-based architect Kazuyasu Kochi completed a renovation project of an old apartment building. Located in Chiba, a suburb of Tokyo, “Apa…

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The movie "Aizu" Akihabara Akiba theater summer vacation screening

For horror movie fans, here is this summer's movie in Akiba Theatre!

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Magnificent Flower Gardens Near Tokyo

Tokyo is truly an awe-inspiring city, with it's massive public transportation, it's overwhelming human traffic and a plethora of restaurants, shopping centers and entertainment venues. Nonetheless, o…

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3 Day Family Emergency or Evacuation Kits

It is important to be prepared for a disaster, but you should keep the danger in perspective. If you must live through a major quake, Japan is probably the best place to do it. Even in Japan, however…

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Japan to ground hobbyist drones in urban areas, impose sweeping restrictions elsewhere | The Japan Times

New regulations on the flights of drones and other unmanned aircraft will take effect on Thursday, despite concerns over the impact on hobbyists and fears that restrictions may hamper innovation in t…

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Top 10 Places in Tokyo for Premium Unagi | tsunagu Japan

This post is also available in: Chinese (Traditional) If you are searching for delicious unagi, you would have to make your way to Japan. The unagi served here would definitely taste slightly differe…

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