Oshiri Tantei: a hero we can all get behind
How did Oshiri Tantei – an actual bum – ever become one of Japan’s most popular detective cartoon characters? It’s
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Purin: proof that Japan can make custard powder even more kawaii
We could spend a year or more writing about Japanese sweets. And hey, maybe next year we’ll do that. Everything
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Kawaii smartphone charger cable covers: Cable Bite, Cord Keeper, and Hug Cot
Hands up if you own a smartphone! Okay, that was a stupid question. And if you’re reading this on your
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Kewpie Fusion: trust us, everything’s better with some Japanese mayo mixed in
What do you get if you cross a much-loved Japanese mayonnaise mascot with a bunch of other famous characters? You
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Professor Layton vs Detective Pikachu: who wins?
“Few things satisfy like a puzzle solved.” So says Professor Layton – and who are we to disagree? He helps
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It’s like looking in the mirror: Japanese anime idols we can totally identify with
Being a Japanese idol girl is hard, you guys. If you think it’s tough being a dedicated idol wota, think
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Fandom lasts forever: iconic anime that’s older than you think
Think back to when you first became an anime weeb. How long ago was it? It’s okay if you can’t
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Legendz Soul Dolls: from a time before Amiibos
Come and sit by the fireplace, and we’ll tell you a legendary tale. A tale of toys that were compatible
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How to buy Neon Genesis Evangelion goods from the official Eva Store online, with DEJAPAN
That you can order official Neon Genesis Evangelion goods online shouldn’t be all that much of a surprise. But the question’s
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Charaction Cubes: your fave characters, with multiple twists
Well, it’s a great way to discover ‘new dimensions’ in characters you know and love… Go on then, what’s a
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