Maybe you're brushing up on the Japanese language, are an aficionado of Japanese culture, or have Japanese heritage yourself.

I clearly recall my first trip to Japan. I arrived at Narita Airport after a 15 hour flight, having slept very little because I was so excited to actually get there. It was still rolling through my ...

Steele’s store at 195 South Main St. brings Japanese candy, snacks, drinks and toys to the heart of Longmont. Steele, a fan ...

“I don’t think it’s to appear to be healthy, it’s purely a style statement,” Tokyo-based French fashion designer Julien David said of activewear’s rise in the country. “The biggest shift in Kawaii is ...

Japanese "KAWAII" Culture through Free Exhibition & Harajuku Day Pop-Up Event JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles is pleased to announce the opening of “Yes, KAWAII is Art -EXPRESS YOURSELF-” in partnership with ...

The curated wonderland of cute and viral merchandise sells Sanrio collectibles, anime figures, plushies of all sizes, ...

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It doesn’t take long for it to feel like the diminutive RoBoHoN robot is showing off. Not only does it walk, talk, recognise and respond to what you say. It has a projector in its head, so it can show ...

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'It doesn't matter how old you are,' says Glam Xpress make-up artist Sandra Hadi. 'Anyone and everyone can wear it.' For those not up to speed with Japanese teen trends, Kawaii is all about looking ...