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We’re coming to the end of 2022. It’s been a busy year and for Nintendo especially, it marks the fifth anniversary of the Nintendo Switch. Find this years staple games we loved!

Long before Valentine’s became big in Japan, certain folktales kept the dream of finding true love alive.

New Year’s in Japan is steeped in tradition. Learn how to add some of its kawaii and unique aspects into your own celebration!

Ema are beautiful wooden plaques at Japanese shrines on which one can write a wish on the back in order for that wish to come true.

Learn about characters & personalities from folktales and stories beloved in Japan, through a Hello Kitty lens!

Okimono are cute figurines from Japanese shrines for your omikuji fortune paper. And if your fortune isn’t so lucky, it’s a great souvenir!

A visit to a Japanese shrine or temple is a serene experience you can’t miss! And don’t miss the lucky charms you can get!

Within the background of busy modern life there are hundreds of temples & shrines within Tokyo that are a sanctuary for all who visit.

The year’s end is a festive season worldwide, but you may be surprised how celebrations in Japan differ from those overseas.

Incorporate kawaii style into your life through fashion, accessories, merch, plus the artists and brands you follow. It’s all up to you!

Quite a few of Mori Chack’s All Purpose Bunny creations are available only from arcade crane game machines in Japan. Learn about these special items here!

Shojo manga like Sailor Moon are popular worldwide, check out some other great titles treading new ground in character complexity and more!