Can you tell if a person comes from a specific country just by looking at their initial appearance? Perhaps you look at their hair, their face shape, or their clothes, and you can attempt to make a guess at their country of origin before you hear them speak. Before coming to Japan, I had no…

Bangs are hugely popular in Japan among girls and women (and some men, too). Walk down any street in Tokyo, sit in any coffee shop, or take any train during rush hour, and it is likely that most of the women or girls you will see have bangs in various shapes and styles. Japanese women…

Japanese brands always keep bringing us surprises, not only introducing new and interesting products, but also joining forces with other companies. Recently, many famous Japanese brands did some new changes, such as opening new types of stores or launching new product lines. Let’s check them now! 1. THREEPPY- a 300 yen DAISO View this post…

Shopping is a great experience, especially when you are in a new country with lots of spare money! Japan’s large cities are gold mines for those looking for retail therapy, and with endless shops, malls, and department stores, shoppers will never get bored! However, shopping in Japan isn’t always the same as shopping at home…

Did you know that Japan has one of the world’s most prolific fashion designers? Her name is Yumi Katsura, popular for her stunning wedding dresses that are considered modern masterpieces. She is also known for showcasing the most expensive wedding dress to date, which is valued at one billion Japanese yen. Find out more about…

Many people think that the way Japanese men dress is full of personality and style, and that they really understand the philosophy of dressing well. From hairstyling and accessorizing, to mixing and matching colors, they seem to have good fashion sense. Japanese men’s great taste in fashion can even be compared with Japanese women’s. When…

There are many shopping spots loved by locals on the way from Narita Airport to Ueno, Tokyo. Here we introduce two spots that are very popular, where you can blend in with the locals and enjoy some fun shopping without going all the way to Ginza! 1. Shisui Premium Outlets Kozo Hikage (Fuller, Inc.) One…

Japan is notable for its luxury watches and is home to many high-end watch brands such as Seiko and Citizen. However, apart from those, did you know that you can also find exceptional watchmakers in Japan? They produce some amazing masterpieces that you would surely want to have in your watch collection. Check out one…

It is no surprise that new fashion trends keep on sprouting in Tokyo. In 2017, another trend hit the neighborhoods of the capital city. Insanely bright and colorful painted skin is now considered a form of self-expression and is becoming increasingly popular. This new fashion trend is known as ‘Ishoku Hada’, which literally means unique…

As some people already know, there are many diverse street fashion styles that exist in Japan. For people outside of the country, they might find some of the fashion styles quite unusual, but they have many dedicated followers out there that think of it as a passion – a lifestyle even. One of the most…