Latest blogs

A beloved Christmas tradition in the United States is watching the 1964 stop-motion TV special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Although it feels thoroughly American, the studio that brought Rudolph to life was actually based in Japan.

Another year, another fantastic output of anime! 2025 was a phenomenal year for fans of anime, as both new series and established heavy hitters alike topped the charts and even broke a few records.

Holiday cards are a familiar tradition around the world, but in Japan, they take on a uniquely meaningful form known as nengajo. These handwritten or printed messages act as small tokens of gratitude, luck, and connection exchanged at the start of the year.

Japan tourism is exploding in 2025, with over 39 million visitors by November, shattering records and filling streets from Tokyo to Kyoto.

If you thought Japan Rail was just about fast trains and efficient service, think again, because on the JR Yamanote Line, the stations have become idols. “Station Idol Latch!” Turns everyday commutes into a colorful world of characters, music, and mascots. Let’s examine how this project combines pop culture with transportation and why it’s capturing...

Discover why the Nana and Vivienne Westwood collaboration is such a big deal, how fans reacted, and whether you’d actually want to wear the collection myself!