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16/04/2023

A popularity poll for the characters from "The First Slam Dunk" anime movie was conducted, asking 17,306 fans in Japan. Here are the results.

A popularity poll for "The First Slam Dunk" anime movie characters was conducted. Here are the results.

20/05/2022

Want to enjoy ramen but don’t want to wait around to cook it? Japan has you covered with its latest snack! But good luck finding a pack👀

https://japaninsider.com/new-instant-ramen-snack-so-successful-it-had-to-be-suspended/

Nissin's new 0 Second Chicken Ramen snack was so successful that they had to temporarily suspend the product's sales!

17/05/2022

Take an inside look at one of Tokyo’s most expensive and luxurious rooms where Justin Bieber always stays!

https://japaninsider.com/inside-the-most-expensive-luxury-hotel-room-in-tokyo-with-a-private-pool/

Check out one of Tokyo's most expensive luxury hotel rooms with its own private rooftop pool where Justin Bieber stays whenever he's in Tokyo!

16/05/2022

What happens when car and otaku cultures collide? You get Itasha, also known as cringe cars. In Japan, however, the Itasha scene is thriving.

https://japaninsider.com/inside-the-otaku-world-of-itasha-anime-cars-in-japan/

Enter the world of itasha, Japan's anime, manga, and video game character-themed cars that fuse together two subcultures.

12/05/2022

Despite vast vaccination across the country, mask culture in Japan has remained strong, but the country may finally be looking to ease up on covering up.

https://japaninsider.com/germophobic-japan-now-re-thinking-the-need-to-mask-up/

Japan’s central government delivers a bomb-shell announcement in support of relaxing guidelines for wearing a mask in public.

08/05/2022

One Japanese artist has gone above and beyond and recreated The Last Supper out of the most unexpected of materials: McDonald’s wrappers 🍔

https://japaninsider.com/japanese-man-recreates-the-last-supper-out-of-mcdonalds-wrappers/

Leonardo da Vinci would be proud of his modern day novice protégé who chose an unusual medium for his first work.

06/05/2022

Time to rep your favorite Jujutsu Kaisen character with high-end street fashion! 🔥

https://japaninsider.com/jujutsu-kaisen-and-dolce-gabbana-team-up-for-high-end-streetwear-line/

Dolce & Gabbana teams up with popular manga and anime series Jujutsu Kaisen for a high-end streetwear collection.

29/04/2022

Looking for an apartment in Japan? Here are 4 important tips to consider before moving!
https://japaninsider.com/4-things-to-consider-when-looking-for-an-apartment-in-japan/

Thinking about moving to Japan? Keep these 4 key things in mind to make your apartment hunt go a lot easier!

24/04/2022

One unique cafe is giving those with a stutter a chance at speaking with others! Check out Japan's "Cafe Where Ordering Takes Time."

https://japaninsider.com/japans-new-progressive-cafe-staffed-only-with-people-who-stutter/

Japan's "Cafe Where Ordering Takes Time" is a unique pop-up cafe themed around raising awareness for speech disorders.

21/04/2022

Burger King Japan’s latest ads contains a secret message found hidden within their posters…Find out what it says!

https://japaninsider.com/burger-king-japan-is-hiding-secret-messages-and-insults-in-their-posters/

Burger King Japan's storefront posters aren't just there to get you hungry. They're also there for competitors to see.

19/04/2022

As more and more Ukrainians are becoming unable to return home, Japanese businesses are stepping in to help incoming refugees.

https://japaninsider.com/major-japanese-retailers-step-up-support-for-ukrainian-refugees/

Japanese corporations such as Don Quijote, Muji, and Uniqlo are behind major relief efforts to help displaced Ukrainian refugees.

18/04/2022

At only 12 years of age, Yoyoka is making waves as a drum sensation, but the group mentality of Japan's education system may be holding back her creativity.

https://japaninsider.com/japanese-society-and-school-system-might-be-failing-12-year-old-drum-prodigy/

12-year-old female rock n' roll drum prodigy YOYOKA is next to make it big, but Japanese society and culture might stop her.

16/04/2022

Manga readers rejoice! While the Japanese Yen may be falling, the Manga industry is continuing to boom with new records!

https://japaninsider.com/manga-sales-skyrocket-for-second-year-in-a-row/

The manga or Japanese comic industry saw record high sales numbers for the second year in a row largely thanks to COVID-19.

11/04/2022

Are you a fan of Poison-users in anime? Here are the most popular Poison Anime characters in Japan!

https://japaninsider.com/the-top-4-poison-characters-in-anime/

Some of the coolest anime characters use poison to defeat their opponents. Check out the top 4 fan favorite poison users from Japan!

09/04/2022

Ever wanted to talk to a famous Mangaka? Well now you can as a part of one Manga author’s political campaign!

https://japaninsider.com/akamatsu-mangaka-politician-opens-akihabara-office/

Ever wanted to talk with a Japanese Mangaka? Ken Akamatsu, the manga artist responsible for a few harem romance manga hits, is running for office to fight against censorship.

07/04/2022

Japanese Yen has fallen to its lowest value in 7 years, but what is the cause for the sudden drop?

https://japaninsider.com/why-has-the-japanese-yen-been-tanking/

Once the poster child of “safe haven” currencies, in the midst of global upheaval the yen has fallen to its lowest level vs. the USD in 7 years.

04/04/2022

Would you like a buff Japanese guy to take care of your every whim and help you train? Well now you can with Japan's Hidamari Group!

https://japaninsider.com/you-can-now-hire-macho-japanese-caregivers-to-take-care-of-you/

Need help with everyday life? Want a buff Japanese guy to help you with everything? Check out the Hidamari Group's long-term care services.

01/04/2022

Bloody unbelievable! This iron-flavored candy that tastes just like a mouthful of blood is going viral in Japan!

https://japaninsider.com/japanese-candy-that-tastes-like-blood-goes-viral/

Called Teppeito, this special candy would give Mike Tyson déjà vu, bring temporary relief for Dracula, and may even help those with anemia.

30/03/2022

Remember the Giant Murder Hornets of 2020? Science is now fighting back against these nightmares with new technology!

https://japaninsider.com/researchers-find-new-way-to-control-giant-japanese-murder-hornet-populations/

A newly discovered means of trapping and managing giant murder hornet populations will help reduce deaths and stop them from invading the US.

29/03/2022

We all know that American fast food has underground menu items, but do you know about Japan's secret menu items?

https://japaninsider.com/3-secret-items-from-a-japanese-fast-food-underground-menu/

Your favorite gyudon beef bowl chain Yoshinoya has an underground menu that you probably haven't heard of! Check out their secret items!

28/03/2022

Japan is full of mouth-watering sushi, but where can you get the best? Check out the top 5 highest-rated prefectures for sushi according to Japanese people!

https://japaninsider.com/japans-top-5-prefectures-for-the-best-sushi/

Japan is full of mouth-watering sushi, but where can you get the best? Check out the top 5 highest-rated prefectures for sushi!

26/03/2022

See how one Twitter artist is shocking fans with their stunning depictions of water!

https://japaninsider.com/hyper-realistic-paintings-of-water-stun-fans/

Japanese artist Yas recreates images of water on canvas that are so realistic that it seems like you would get wet if you touched one.

22/03/2022

Popular YouTuber Junichi Kato made almost $2 million in super chat donations by live streaming his own wedding to his audience.

https://japaninsider.com/japanese-youtuber-sets-chat-donation-world-record-by-live-streaming-wedding/

Popular YouTuber Junichi Kato generated almost US $2 million in super chat donations by live streaming his own wedding.

17/03/2022

While Japan is famous for its long life spans, some prefectures tend to do better than others. See why some prefectures may rank higher!

https://japaninsider.com/japan-is-the-global-leader-for-healthy-life-expectancy/

While Japan is famous for its long life spans, some prefectures tend to do better than others. See why some prefectures may rank higher!

16/03/2022

Curious about where to go for that special first date in Japan? A recent survey breaks down the top spots women want to visit!

https://japaninsider.com/best-first-date-spot-in-japan-goes-to/

An online survey of Japanese girls in their twenties and thirties sheds light on their preferred first date spots and why.

11/03/2022

These cute anime girls may be artificial, but the love they are getting from Japanese fans is real!

https://japaninsider.com/japanese-men-are-falling-in-love-with-characters-in-new-a-i-dating-game/

Japanese men are falling in love with new A.I. video game characters in the game Plus Links: Thoughts of Connecting With You.

10/03/2022

Step aside Avengers, Japan's new group of heroes is much cooler (and bigger).

https://japaninsider.com/godzilla-evangelion-ultraman-and-kamen-rider-team-up-in-shin-japan-heroes-universe/

Four legendary Japanese characters are coming together to form a new Avengers-like group, the Shin Japan Heroes Universe!

08/03/2022

Japan's gap between empty countrysides and bustling cityscapes is reaching new heights! See how this population concentration is affecting Japan!
https://japaninsider.com/the-growing-problem-of-population-concentration-in-japan/

A new way of looking at the data graphically has confirmed that almost all of Japan can be considered as virtual “flyover country.”

07/03/2022

Fake it till you make it...And then some? The crazy story of how one Japanese illustrator faked his art and also his gender!
https://japaninsider.com/young-female-illustrator-outed-for-copying-work-and-actually-being-a-man/

Outed for stolen art... and being a man? This famous illustrator has a closet full of hidden secrets.

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How the Best Japanese Knife is Made

This is how a Japanese knife is made. With the same techniques used to craft katana (samurai swords), modern Japanese knives are some of the highest quality in the world. This video was filmed at Hirata Blacksmiths (平田鍛刀場) on the outskirts of Tokyo. Sukehira Hirata and Nodoka Hirata are a married couple who craft not only Japanese blades, but blades made of the rarest steel in Japan. You can watch the full video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/tbbky_RwFyc

Have you ever wondered what it'd look like if Shibuya Crossing was completely empty? Well, check this out! Last year we visited Ashikaga Scramble City Studio, north of Tokyo, to check out their incredibly realistic Shibuya Scramble replica set. It was featured in last year's Netflix hit show 'Alice in Borderland' and was actually built for a Chinese block-buster movie released this year called 'Detective Chinatown 3'!

How are Japanese Neon Signs Made? - MADE IN JAPAN

How are Japanese Neon Signs Made? When you think about Japan, your mind might jump to the image of a neon-soaked Tokyo skyline. Areas like Shinjuku, Shibuya & Akihabara especially, have become famous for their mesmerizing neon glow at night. To find out how these signs are actually made, we've visited Aoi Neon in Shizuoka to meet Yukinobu Yokoyama. Yokoyama-san is a Neon Master Craftsman and has been making signs for 33 years! Find out how beautiful neon signs are made by Yokoyama-san! You can watch the video in 4k over on Youtube >> https://youtu.be/sznLJq52SPM <<

JOJO WORLD is the first-ever JoJo's Bizarre Adventure mini-theme park that includes all five main series characters from the anime. We got to visit to bring you the ultimate tour experience! Watch the full version of the video on our JapanPro YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/yKFKat3pu-s

The Real NINJA who Taught Keanu Reeves Ninjutsu

Tokyo Helicopter Tour - Aerial Views of Japan [4K]

A.I. Warehouse of the Future In Japan

Japan 2020 Highlights - Best Videos of the Year

We released the Episode 15 of This Week In Japan with Ryu Tokyo! This week, we discussed following big news stories: 1. Japan’s “Go To Travel” Campaign Starts 2. Youngest ever Shogi Master is Born 3. The Biggest Host Club Shuts Down 4. Former Emperor Discovers a New Species 5. Tokyo Schools Ban Undercut Hairstyle Word of the Week: “ヤンキー, スケバン (Yankee, Sukeban)”

Did you know that Shinjku station is used by an average of 4 million people per day! Back in the 90's they didn't have the electric ticket gate and all the tickets had to be clipped manually. Imagine how sore this attendant's hand was at the end of the day.

Interview with Aki Sugiyama - Co-founder of Kokoro Care Packages

What started as a simple venture to get into shape soon became a full-on dedication to participating in bodybuilding competitions. These competitions opened up a new world with new ideas, one of which was borne out of a connection with someone who felt like a long-lost twin—a fellow lover of fitness and nutrition. Specifically, nutrition that came from Japanese cuisine. Read more at https://ryutokyo.com/akisugiyama-kokoro-care-packages/

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