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Add this leg massager to your self-care routine

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It’s normal to see a significant step count increase when you move to Japan. The vast network of train lines, buses and cycling culture can make driving a car feel unnecessary. In a survey by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in 2019, the average step count of a… Read

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Lindt releases a limited-edition sakura and matcha drink in Japan for cherry blossom season

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Just as Starbucks’ famous sakura drinks have disappeared from the menu in Japan — yes, before sakura season has even begun — it’s time to turn our attention to a drink we can actually enjoy under the blossoms. Called the “Sakura to Tenku no Matcha Wa Chocolat Drink” (“Sakura and Heavenly Matcha… Read

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Get your steps in with this Thanko Footrest

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If you’re sitting at your desk all day, it can feel extra challenging to get your daily steps in. While carving out time to take a lap around the neighborhood might seem like a good idea, working overtime and other sudden plans might get in the way. Nowadays some opt… Read

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Elevate your hair care routine with Melt

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A good hair care routine can help manage scalp issues, keep split ends from forming and even enhance hair growth. From supplements like Biotin to fancy contraptions like scalp massagers and scalp oiling, choosing the right product for your hair type can make or break your routine.  Melt is the… Read

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McDonald’s Japan releases first-ever matcha pie, perfectly timed for sakura season

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We don’t have long to wait now until sakura season starts and people head outdoors to stroll and picnic beneath the blossoms, as part of a traditional pastime known as hanami or flower-viewing. While the focus will be firmly on pink drinks and foods to match the sakura, it’s also… Read

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Keep your skin squeaky clean with the new cleansing balm by & honey

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The first step in every skincare routine should be cleansing the skin. Depending on your skin type, there are oil-based, cream-based or foam-based cleansers that will strip your skin of any grime that might have built up over the day. Finding the right cleanser takes trial and error from checking… Read

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Djuce the sommelier-approved canned premium wines now available in Japan

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Amazing wine in cans? No longer is it an oxymoron as skeptics may have dismissed in the past but a real growing trend in the wine industry as shown by Djuce, the premium wine brand launched in 2022 in Stockholm, Sweden. Making its debut in Japan last October, Djuce is… Read

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Want to spruce up your bike helmet? Switch over to Oshare-heru

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In recent years, the Japanese government has been pushing for all cyclists to wear helmets when biking. Following last year’s helmet shortage, there are now many different kinds of helmets to suit any age or gender.  One standout is Oshare-heru (fashionable helmet), a “customizable” helmet that allows you to add… Read

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Recreate the Ghibli Museum at home in cute miniature form

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Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum is a shining display of the worldview of Studio Ghibli and its acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki, whose son Goro helped to design and build it at the turn of the century. It’s one of the most magical places in the city, with design features that make visitors swoon, and now you can reconstruct it… Read

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Kimit is the cat-shaped ragdoll of the future

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If you love cats but have a cat allergy or your apartment might not allow pets, you’re not alone. Here’s why the Kimit Ragdoll might be the answer to your problems. Developed by Sega Toys using data collected from over 100 cats, the Kimit Ragdoll is made to mimic all… Read

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