Akiya Houses: Understanding Japan’s Vacant Housing Phenomenon
Amidst the vibrant cityscape of Japan, a quieter narrative unfolds...
03
Dec
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17
Oct
A Look Into the World of Tokyo Through ‘Lost in Translation’
Do you recall your first trip to a different country,...
24
Sep
3 Sub-Cities Of Tokyo That You Can Learn Through Fiction
Authors have skillfully utilized Japanese cities like Tokyo to develop...
11
Sep
The Showa Revival: A Dive into Japan’s Old-School Aesthetic Through Showa35mm Collection
The Showa35mm collection, spearheaded by Alex Sinclair, is a testament...
07
Sep
BFI celebrates the Movies of Yasujirō Ozu
This year marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of...
05
Sep
Automated Delights: Exploring the Vending Machine Culture in Japan
Japan commands much attention in modern pop culture, from music...
02
Aug
Embracing Elegance and Tradition: The Timeless Allure of Japanese Clothing Style
In a world of ever-changing fashion trends, the Japanese clothing...
01
Aug
Okinawa: Leading the Rise of Japanese Tourism
Inbound tourism, the act of foreign travellers coming to one’s...
28
Jul
The Best Festivals to Visit in Japan in August
Experience a different dimension of Japanese culture by immersing yourself...
13
Jul
The Evolution of Final Fantasy: Influencing the JRPG Genre
Final Fantasy is a renowned video game franchise that has...
28
Jun
5 of The Most Iconic Japanese Eyewear Collabs
Japan is known for its rich cultural history and world-renowned...
12
Jun
Transcending Boundaries: The Artistry of Japanese Fashion by Kawakubo and Miyake
In the modern society of the 20th century, formal fashion...
24
Apr
The Faces of Mt. Fuji Through Japanese Paintings
Monochrome ink painting or Suiboku sansuniga was introduced to Japan...
14
Mar
Let’s Make Sushi! With Chef Andy Matsuda
Transform your home kitchen into a sushi haven with Let's...
07
Feb
Embracing and Re-creating Music: A Remembrance of the Japanese Jazz Age
The early years of jazz music trace its home in...
20
Jan
Get Lost in the Stunning Beauty of Japanese Prints
Japanese prints, also known as ukiyo-e, have a long and...
16
Jan
Edo Kiriko: The Stunning Japanese Art Form That Will Blow Your Mind!
Edo Kiriko is a traditional Japanese art form that involves...
28
Dec
Tokyo Jazz Joints: Documenting A Vanishing World of Japanese Jazz Culture
TOKYO JAZZ JOINTS is an ongoing, self-funded photographic research project,...
05
Dec
Honest Review of 10 Tokyo Attractions
This article will review the Tokyo attractions that most people...
29
Nov
BFI celebrates the Movies of Akira Kurosawa
We're thrilled to announce BFI's celebration of Akira Kurosawa (1910-1998),...
28
Nov
‘Rokabiri’: The Music That Shook Japan
It can be surprising how culture affects style, creativity, and...
23
Nov
The 2022 Yokimono Japanese Xmas Market is Here!
Explore traditional and contemporary Japanese arts & crafts, culture and...
03
Nov
Top 10 Mecha Anime
No matter what your name, mecha or robot animation transports...
31
Aug
The Significance of Anime and Architecture
The world of anime is a created universe that combines...
09
Aug
Nujabes: The Godfather of Modern Lofi
Lofi hip-hop is a music genre that is heavily associated...
04
Aug
BFI Presents, Kinuyo Tanaka: A Life in Film
The BFI has announced the full schedule for a two-month...
13
Jul
Influence of Tokyo Street Fashion on the Collective Consciousness
In order to comprehend the role of street fashion images...
11
Jul
Japanese Hip-Hop DJs in the Western Music Scene
As early as the mid-1800s, amidst growing Westernization in the...
11
Jul
A Crash Course on the History of Japanese Literature
From food to dance to fashion — Japan is a...
06
Jul
What Draws Us to Contemporary Japanese Architecture
Ever since the days of the Meiji era that brought...
15
Jun
Landscape: A Critical Element in Satoshi Kon Films
From thriller film Paprika to comedy Tokyo Godfathers, Satoshi Kon...
21
May
Anime Inspired Recipes from Binging with Babish
If there is one thing you should know about food...
17
May
Neo-Tokyo in Japanese Contemporary Art
Tokyo is known to be the dream city — an...
08
May
The Evolution of Godzilla in the Shōwa Era (1954 – 1975)
A monster movie (also known as The Kaijū Eiga) was...
20
Apr
Tasting the Many Flavours of Japan with Kelly Loves
All of us could use a trip to Japan right...
14
Apr
YokaiSwap: A Platform for Passive Crypto Earnings
Named after supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore, YokaiSwap is a...
19
Mar
The Many Genres & Moods of Lo-Fi Music
“lofi hip hop radio - beats to relax/study to” —...
12
Mar
Inspiring Artists: Akiko
We had the pleasure of speaking with visual artist Akiko....
28
Feb
Get to Know the Michelin Star-Worthy SushiSwap
SushiSwap is an open-source Automated Market Maker that was forked...
21
Feb
Koji Kins: The Power of Fermentation
Japan’s national mould: Koji, so integral to the Japanese diet...
19
Feb
Jidaigeki: Exploring the Timeline of Kurosawa’s Historical Dramas
An adventurous spirit in the unfamiliar past, action, suspense, romance,...
03
Feb
‘What Lies Beneath’ UK-wide Japanese Film Festival
For its UK-wide Japanese film festival dubbed "What Lies Beneath,"...
21
Jan
Japan Nakama X Kumagumi: The Eiga Collection
Japan is well-known for its distinct culture, particularly its cinema....
14
Jan
JIN JIN: The Ultimate Good Mood Drink
Taking care of your health and sticking to a good...
03
Jan
19
Dec
10 Japanese Christmas Songs To Add To Your Holiday Playlist
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We know...
07
Dec
MilkTea presents This is What a Family Looks Like
MilkTea, a screening label specialising in East and Southeast Asian...
06
Dec
Best NFT Games To Play
Japan’s influence is no stranger to the metaverse, where it...
28
Nov
Matchbox Cine presents The New Morning of Billy the Kid by Naoto Yamakawa
Matchbox Cine is re-releasing Naoto Yamakawa's cult masterpiece The New...
26
Nov
The Yokimono Japanese Xmas Market is Here!
There's no better way to get into the true spirit...
18
Nov
Japan reDiscover with Picturehouse
Experience Japanese film masterpieces with the maestro of action Akira...
03
Nov
NFT Crypto Art Inspired by Japan
NFTs are some of the biggest trends to grace the...
10
Oct
Crypto Japonisme: Cryptocurrencies Inspired by Japan
Cryptocurrency has been all the rave for the past year....
07
Oct
BFI Japan 2021: 100 Years of Japanese Films
We're thrilled to announce BFI: Japan 2021, the UK's largest...
06
Oct
Anime, Aesthetics & Lo-fi Beats: A Chilled Harmony
Lo-fi beats have been getting more love these days. Whether...
22
Sep
Japan Week: UK’s Largest Celebration of Japanese Food, Drink & Culture
Taking place from Monday 27th September to Sunday 3rd October...
27
Jun
Japan Poster Shop: Vintage Japanese Movie Poster Shop & Gallery
We chat with Max, the creator of Japan Poster Shop,...
05
Jan
Japanese Architects: An Introduction
Japan is a design powerhouse, we’ll all been left in...
25
Sep
A Beginner’s Guide to Learning Japanese
Enrol in a course
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31
Aug
Become a Tea Expert with our Japanese Green Tea Crash Course
How Japanese green tea is grown?
Let’s get to know all...
18
Jul
Ultimate Guide to Japanese Food
Sushi
Sashimi
Nigiri
Temaki
Chirashizushi
Hosomaki
Futomaki
Uramaki
Onigiri
Gunkanmaki
Sasamaki
Oshizushi
Fugu
Rice Dishes
Japanese Curry
Donburi
Hayashi Rice
Omurice
Tamago Kake Gohan
Ochazuke
Kamameshi
Takikomi Gohan
Sekihan
Yaki
Yakitori
Yakisoba
Yakisoba Pan
Yakiniku
Taiyaki
Okonomiyaki
Takoyaki
Teppanyaki
Yaki Onigiri
Himono
Soul Food
Gyoza
Tonkatsu
Karaage
Tempura
Ebi...
03
Jun
Top 5 Weird Japan Moments Over Lockdown
As we all wrestle with living through the lockdown in...
17
May
Top 10 Japanese Inspired Lo-fi Hip-Hop Youtube Channels
Who among us hasn't gone down the rabbit hole of...
18
Oct
Hyper Reality: UK’s 1st Haunted VR Experience
Virtual reality tech is becoming part of our everyday lives...