If you’re looking for a unique and relaxing getaway, you might want to consider Beppu, Japan’s hot spring capital. Beppu is a city in Oita Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu, where you can find over 2,000 hot springs of various types and temperatures. Whether you want to soak in a traditional onsen, enjoy a…

Konnyaku, also known as konjac yam, is a traditional Japanese food that has been consumed for centuries. It is a jelly-like substance made from the konjac plant’s corm (an underground plant stem). Konnyaku is low in calories and rich in fiber, making it a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine. It has a unique texture and…

You read that right, and the fact that Reelbyters is blogging about it means – yes it is in Japan! The recent emergence of a new island due to an undersea volcano eruption nearing the end of October has been the talk in town recently. While the occurrence of volcanic activity shaping Japan’s landscape is…

Previously, we posted about the Senbonzakura Art Exhibition which took place in Harbourfront Centre, Singapore and lasted for one month from the end of September to the end of October. Having visited it and witnessed it with our own eyes, we can give you an honest verdict now. Firstly, this event is based on one…

So we decided to ask one of the many generative AI software out there to paint a picture of what Japan might look like in the next 30 years.

While researching for my Japan itinerary sometime back, I came across the concept of wabi-sabi for the first time and its simple philosophy captivated me. Wabi-sabi is a Japanese aesthetic concept that emphasises the beauty of imperfection, transience, and the natural cycle of growth and decay. You see, wabi-sabi is life itself. Wabi-sabi is often…

When you roll a high fantasy + isekai + harem together into an anime melting pot, you get The Rising of the Shield Hero. However, after watching season 1, we love how the anime adaptation of the popular light novel series written by Aneko Yusagi, takes the isekai genre to a whole new level with…

Well, it’s here. Besides the global fascination (for some, anger) of the introduction of ChatGPT in 2022, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now starting to flex its bytes in its latest bid to replace human actors in advertisements. Featuring an AI-generated actress, the ad by Japanese beverage company Ito En Ltd. “Oi Ocha catechin green tea”…

You aren’t a true Volcaoid fan without remembering the Senbonzakura feature when it was first released in 2011. With the rapid sets of dance moves, the high energy and the catchy beats, the hype was at its peak when countless people started choreographing those dance moves! As someone who’s been enchanted by Hatsune Miku’s concerts…

Ah, Japan! The land of endless culinary wonders, where even the humble convenience store can surprise you with a gastronomic gem. As someone who’s deeply in love with Japanese culture and its diverse food scene, I recently stumbled upon something that made me do a double-take: Onigiri Bread from Lawson Store 100. Yes, you read…

Well, is the travel season here again? Yes and no! For starters, Japan is undeniably one of the world’s top travel spots for many reasons: beautiful scenery, clean, good food and polite folks – add add anime and gaming culture and you will get an otaku’s paradise! So, for this reason, you will find people…

If you thought that the 65% fare hike for the JR Pass was the worst news that ever hit you, prepare for more. As someone who adores exploring Japan and has relied on the regional JR Passes for cost-effective travel, I am disheartened to hear that the prices of these passes are going up as…