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Lucky Bag, a Japanese New Year’s Event
Every New Year in Japan, thousands of people line up to buy "lucky bags" called "fukubukuro". A lucky bag is a bag filled with everything from clothing to food that the store sells, and the items are secret. The Japan Media -
5 Unusual Japanese Vending Machines
Japan is said to be the world's number one vending machine country. While the latest vending machines, such as those operated by panels, stand out, slightly different vending machines are also appearing one after another. The Japan Media -
Japanese Manga Genre for All to Read
Manga is Japan’s style of comics or graphic novels. Manga has been incredibly popular in Japan for a while, but more recently is also growing in popularity in the United States - leading to further interest in Japanese culture in general. The Japan Media -
5 Fabulous Frappachinos on the Japanese Starbucks Menu
To celebrate their 25th anniversary in Japan, Starbucks has created 47 different frappuccino flavors each based on one of Japan's 47 prefectures. These flavors are picked based on items well-known to each prefecture! The Japan Media -
February 3rd Is the Day of the Setsubun Festival!
Setsubun is a traditional Japanese event to pray for good health and happiness throughout the year. Setsubun is held in various ways at shrines and temples all over Japan, and many people come to pray. Here's an introduction to what Setsubun is all about! The Japan Media -
Ornamental Square Watermelons are in Japan.
There is a square-shaped watermelon that is grown only in Zentsuji City, Kagawa Prefecture in Japan. It is imported to other countries, but there is actually a secret to this watermelon. The Japan Media -
Shopping Malls in Japan
Are you someone who likes to shop until you drop? Throughout the Japanese prefectures there are many amazing shopping malls for all of your shopping needs! Here are three popular malls in Japan and what makes them a spot worth visiting. The Japan Media -
Doyo Ushi no Hi: Celebrating Japan’s Eel Day in 2024
In 2024, Doyo Ushi no Hi, also known as the Day of the Ox, will fall on July 23. This traditional Japanese event is celebrated by eating unagi (eel), a practice believed to invigorate the body and provide stamina during the hottest days ... The Japan Media -
Newest Top 5 Most Popular Capsule Toys
In 1965, capsule toys were imported to Japan, and five years later, their popularity spread nationwide. In Japan, it is called by "Gacha Gacha" from the sound of turning the lever, and now it is sold not only as a toy but also as a capsule of various things. Here are five of the most popular ones. The Japan Media -
Old-School Japanese Made Video Games
Remember those arcade games where you just have two buttons and a joystick? A lot of the video games we cherish from our childhood were developed in Japan, and continue to have an influence globally today. Here are some video games that Japan has made for the world to enjoy. The Japan Media