Today, the AKB48 53rd Single Sekai Senbatsu Sousenkyo (AKB48 Single World General Election) was held in the Nagoya Dome in Nagoya, Japan. This is where fans of Japanese and World Idols get to vote for their favorite idol. This year was a little bit different, as it was the first time that international idol groups were included in the AKB48 General Election—in order to celebrate … Continue reading AKB48 53rd Single Sekai Senbatsu Sousenkyo! Top 100 Japanese and World Idols!

Hello everyone! Today we have another fun video for everyone, and this time its all about the weird, funny, and strange commercials that could only come from Japan! But that’s not all, we want you all to challenge yourselves, and your friends, to try and figure out what these commercials are about before the end. How many can you get right? Checkout the video and … Continue reading Guess That Japanese Commercial Challenge No. 1!

It looks like today we are talking robots, because Bandai announced the release of their Mobile Suit Gundam “Gunshell Haro” AI robot! Beginning July 2018, you can get your own Gunshell Haro to have some fun conversations with. This robot has artificial intelligence, so it can hear your voice and answer all of your Mobile Suit Gundam questions–so I hope you like Gundam, because that … Continue reading Mobile Suit Gundam “Gunshell Haro” AI Robot!

Beginning August 4, 2018, you can buy your very own pocket-sized Pikachu robot, because everyone needs a Pokemon friend, right? The robot, called “HelloPika”,  will shiver and shine when you speak to it. And if you say his name, Pikachu will turn his head and shout “Pika Pika”! But that’s not all, because it will also  sing, nod, and laugh. It will quickly become your … Continue reading Pikachu Mini-Robot Coming Soon!

If you own a pet, and love really great deals, then get ready for one of the cutest collaborations you’ve seen. Beginning on June 11th, 3 Coins in Japan and Sesame Street are teaming-up to bring you some Sesame Street-themed pet items. For those that don’t know, 3 Coins is a chain of stores in Japan which sell all of their items for 300 yen … Continue reading 3 Coins Japan And Sesame Street Are Having One Of The Cutest Collaborations!

崖っぷちホテル！(Hotel on the Brink!) began airing on Nippon TV last week, and here is a summary of the First Episode–in case you didn’t get a chance to watch it yourself. If you haven’t read the general summary of this show, then you should read our show summary here: 崖っぷちホテル (Hotel On The Brink!) New Japanese Drama! But the very short summary is that the Gakeppuchi Hotel is … Continue reading 崖っぷちホテル！(Hotel On The Brink!) Episode 1 Summary

It’s Spring in Japan, which means beautiful Sakura (cherry blossom) trees, great weather, and the start of new Japanese Dramas! I’m always looking for new J-Dramas to get into, since their story-lines tend to be different than what you can find in the United States. I’m especially fond of romantic comedies, because I like to have a laugh while watching. And this season, the drama … Continue reading 崖っぷちホテル (Hotel On The Brink!) New Japanese Drama!

Ok, this story just hit me in the Kawaii (Cute)! A new store called “Initial Kicks Daikanyama” will open in Tokyo, Japan on May 5, 2018, and their entire concept is having adult-style sneakers for babies!   That’s right, you and your baby can “step-out” in style (sorry for the pun, haha) with the same sneakers, except his/her sneakers will be super tiny. And they … Continue reading Japan Is Getting A Baby Sneakers Store!

Takayama Village in Gunma Prefecture, which is Northwest of Tokyo, recently released a promotion video about all of the natural beauty in Takayama. It also comes with a cool song track. Checkout the video here: I think I might try and take a short trip to Takayama pretty soon, and enjoy some of this awesome scenery. Continue reading Takayama Village Releases Travel Video!