This is a Japanese traditional New Year decoration, [W:Kagami mochi]. It is a fake food ornament.  

  Phoenix by Satoshi Kamiya   Can you believe it is a folded ONE sheet of paper?   This origami “Phoenix” was made by a Japanese origami artist, Satoshi Kamiya….

Since CURRY was introduced to Japan in the late 19th century, curry on rice became one of the most popular dishes in the country.

  This is a Japanese traditional tiger ornament. It’s for New Year decoration, 2010. So kawaii! 😛

America-born Kewpie is so loved and popular in Japan. Especially small sized kewpie doll key chains and cell-phone straps are sold well. They are in varieties of costumes, and there…

Animal Shogi posted by (C)北ハム広報係   Animal Shogi (“dobutsu shogi” in Japanese) is a simplified version of Shogi.

  This is a Japanese traditional style healthy sandal. The material is straw mat (like “TATAMI”).     This is JAPAN Style!   You should follow me on Twitter HERE….

A Japanese variety TV show, “Trivia no Izumi (The Fountain of Trivia)” researched how many mongrel dogs out of 100, try to save its owner when the owner is attacked…

    There are varieties of pocket warmers, called ”KAIRO” in Japanese sold in Japan, and you can get one at any convenience stores, supermarkets and drug stores. The major…

    This is a Japanese traditional [W:lion dance] ornament. Very Kawaii! 😛

  Amphibious Bus Tours are getting popular around some lakes and beaches of Japan. In the tours, the participants can see the major sightseeing spots on the land and cruise…