In recent years, Japan has seen a surge in AI-generated talents (AIタレント) appearing in advertising — from virtual models to fully synthetic celebrities. These digital personalities are captivating brands across…
As of July 17, 2025, Donald Trump remains a polarizing figure globally — and curiously, he’s found a fanbase not just in the United States, but also across the Pacific…
If you’ve ever walked through Shibuya or Roppongi and heard the roar of tiny engines and the laughter of costumed tourists zipping by in go-karts, you’ve probably witnessed the infamous…
If you’ve ever dreamed of going on a real-world Pokémon journey, Japan is making it happen—one manhole at a time! 🕳️🐾 From Hokkaido to Okinawa, over 400 Pokéfuta (Pokémon-themed manhole…
In June 2025, Nintendo launched its long-awaited Switch 2. Within just four days, the console had already surpassed 3.5 million units sold globally. But beneath the headlines was a fascinating…
In recent years, Japanese users of certain websites — especially those involving adult content, doujin culture, or self-published media — have found themselves unable to use major credit cards like…
As of July 16, 2025, many countries are still reacting to the revived U.S. tariff policies President Donald Trump. While places like Canada and parts of Europe have seen public…
As of July 2025, heatwaves are no longer rare phenomena—they’re the new normal. From Europe to Asia, temperatures are breaking records, prompting households, offices, and public institutions to install air…
The term “Gaijin Tax” (外人税) doesn’t refer to an actual government-imposed tax. Instead, it’s an informal phrase used by some foreigners in Japan to describe the feeling or reality of…
🪙 In recent years, a growing number of Japanese companies have begun adding Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to their balance sheets—not just as speculative investments, but as strategic assets. As…
