So, you want something from Japan… Let’s say you’re an anime otaku. With Jujutsu Kaisen’s 3rd season currently airing, tons of new merch is being released for preorder. You checked with your local anime shop, but they aren’t selling that new Gojo Satoru figure that just released last w...

Wherever you are in the world, you’re probably at least somewhat familiar with raffles. You buy a number of entries (usually tickets), they’re thrown into a box, and a select number of tickets are drawn as the winners. Each ticket has an equal chance of winning a prize, but no...

When you hear “Valentine’s Day,” what comes to mind? A day to give flowers to your partner? Or maybe exchanging gifts with someone special? For me…of course, it’s chocolate!! Yes, in Japan, Valentine’s Day is all about chocolate. And the way people enjoy it keeps evolving e...

What is Mercari Auctions? Mercari Auctions is one of Mercari’s most recent additions to their site features. As one of Japan’s top online flea markets, Mercari had primarily offered an avenue for individuals to sell items online with relative ease. But in January 2025, Mercari launched...