A massive Esports facility and arena is set to open at the base of the iconic Tokyo Tower to boost Japan’s surprisingly slow Esports industry
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Kevin Murasaki
Kevin Murasaki grew up moving back and forth between Chicago and Yokohama, Japan. Known as a "hafu", Kevin is half Japanese, and half American. Now a videographer and drone operator based in Fukuoka, Japan, Kevin enjoys playing basketball, driving on mountain or "touge" roads, and fishing in his free time. Kevin is a recent graduate of the University of British Columbia.
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Traditional Japanese Toilets are Slowly Disappearing
Squat-style Japanese toilets are slowly disappearing in Japan and being replaced by high-tech toilets as people avoid using them.
September 30, 2021
A 105-Year-Old Japanese Woman Has Been A College Student for 40 Years
“It had been 40 years before I knew it” claims 105-year-old Fumiko Kobayashi, who has been enrolled in college for 40 years as she continues her journey of lifelong learning!
September 28, 2021
Would You Try “Cup Noodle” Flavored Soda?
Nissin releases “Cup Noodle Soda” in 4 iconic flavors including seafood, curry, and chili tomato. Are you brave enough to try them?
September 22, 2021
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Merch Returns with Season 2 in New Uniqlo Collaboration
Season 2 confirmed! The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba story set to continue with all new season coming soon along with new Uniqlo merch!
September 16, 2021
New Battery-less “Plarail” Model Trains Generate Their Own Electicty
Takara Tomy’s new Plarail model trains will be self-sufficient, running on electricity, but not utilizing batteries! Find out how!
September 13, 2021
A Japanese High School is Creating a Manga Department for Students
A Japanese High School is teaming up with Coamix Studios to create a manga department to teach students the in’s and out’s of manga and anime
September 10, 2021
Japan’s Top 5 Most Popular Cars in 2021
Check out the Top 5 most popular cars in Japan in 2021 and what Japanese want and don’t want! What do you think is in first place?
September 6, 2021
A Hiker Ended Up Mapping Out Every Bus Route, Hot Spring, and Inn Nearby Hiking Trails
A hiker who made a website for enthusiasts ended up mapping out almost every single bus route, hot spring, and inn in Japan when hiking!
September 3, 2021
Tokyo’s Luxurious Mountain Get-Away
Theater 1 is Tokyo’s luxurious private villa located deep in the mountains, but only 90 minutes from the city center!
September 1, 2021