[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] The "JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2017," featuring appearances from the likes of PIKOTARO!

To mark 130 years of friendly relations between the two countries, the "JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2017" ran for three days, starting on 10th February. Held in front of Central World, Bangkok, the event welcomed around 400,000 guests!

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ Music｜ Cosplay｜ Gourmet｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜

2017.02.27

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Join me on my trip to Ko Lan and Samae Beach in southern Thailand!

When you talk about Thailand’s beach resorts, famous names that always come up are South Phuket, Ko Samui, Ko Tao and Ko Samet. But a cheaper and more accessible option could be Ko Lan, an island off Pattaya's coast line.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2016.06.03

[Report from Lee in Busan] Hakata style tonkotsu ramen is being enjoyed in "Umaido"

Anytime you travel to Fukuoka, one dish that you have to make sure you eat is "tonkotsu ramen!" "Umaido" is a restaurant that specializes in Japanese tonkotsu ramen, and when I get a craving for ramen this is the place that I go to!

Report from Lee in Busan | Korea｜ Busan｜ Anime｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜

2015.09.25

[Report from Lee in Busan] "Kisha" - A Railway Diorama Restaurant

Located in Gijang, just outside of Busan, this is a unique and different type of restaurant where you'll come across a large scale three dimensional model railway diorama, the likes of which you do not usually come across in Korea, various rail tracks, as well as anime related products!

Report from Lee in Busan | Korea｜ Busan｜ Anime｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜

2015.09.04

[Robin’s Hong Kong Report] Kumamon in Hong Kong is proving popular as ever!!

Until just a few years ago there was not many people in Hong Kong who knew the name "Kumamon," but these days its seems that wherever you go in Hong Kong you are likely to see the famous Japanese mascot! And Kumamon's appearance in Hong Kong convenience stores shows just how popular this character has become!

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Collaboration items｜

2015.08.14

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Healthy drinks in Thailand are now trending for girls that want to be beautiful

Girls in Bangkok are becoming more and more conscious of their health and have started to regularly intake healthy drinks. Let's go and have a look at the very industry that has catered to every girl's dream.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2015.03.25

[Robin’s Hong Kong Report] The Hong Kong at The Link has Opened!

In March 2014, a prominent Hong Kong film director Oxide Pang opened the "Hong Kong Toy Museum (HK Toy Museum at The Link)."

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜

2015.03.13

[Report from A.s.Kitsune in Taipei] Misako Aoki's Lolita Tea Party in Taiwan 2014

Last spring, the president of the Japanese Lolita Association, Misako Aoki published and released a book, "Lolita Fashion BOOK." In celebration of event, Misako Aoki was invited to Taiwan for a book signing.

A.s.Kitsune's Taipei Report | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Tokyo｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2015.02.25

[Report from Lee in Busan]　Busan's Otaku Spot, "Book Culture / Comic World"

This week's report is introducing a famous Otaku spot, "Book Culture", located in the Seomyeon shopping district of Busan, Korea. What kind of shop is it? Let's dive in and find out!

Report from Lee in Busan | Korea｜ Busan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜

2014.09.17

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Thailand Ministry of Commerce Runs Fashion Event in Support of the Apparel Industry

Do "babas", "Grey ray", "Onelove", "The SLEEVELESS GARDEN" and "Trimode Accessories" ring a bell? If you answered straight-away then you're probably already well-versed in Thailand's fashion industry.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2014.08.20

[Report from Aki in Hanoi] Japanese Fuji Matsuri (Japanese Wisteria Festival) in Hanoi

On Sunday June 1 the Cung Xuan center, Tuoi Tre Park was the home to a Japanese Fuji Matsuri (Japanese Wisteria Festival). For the last two years a multitude of festivals related to Japan have been held here.

Aki 's Hanoi Report | Japan｜ Vietnam｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜

2014.08.01

[Report from A.s.Kitsune in Taipei] Interview with Famous Needlework Designer Ikeuchi-san and his Experience in Japan

Hi, A.s.Kitsune here from Taiwan!
In this report, I'd like to introduce the designer Ikeuchi-san who graduated from Japanese Bunka Women’s University and Graduate School, Faculty of Fashion Science. Ikeuchi-san (Real name: Hou Shiyuan) is originally from Taiwan and is currently running his own embroidery design studio in Taipei.

A.s.Kitsune's Taipei Report | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2014.07.23

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Thailand's Budget Movie Theaters Take to the Stage: Reclaiming Demand

The Thai company Asia Cinema Network has decided on new plans to build budget theaters all across Thailand. Approximately 200 small theaters will be opened with a single admission costing around 30 Baht (approx. 100 yen) .

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2014.07.15

[Report from Robin in Hong Kong] Kyushu Ramen shops opening up all across Hong Kong!

There are many people in Hong Kong that really like Japanese food. Sushi, teppanyaki, and sashimi have all come to be greatly appreciated foods in Hong Kong. However, it is ramen that is probably most popular. The gourmet capital, Hong Kong has seen many Japanese ramen shops opening along its streets.

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Gourmet｜ Trends｜

2014.07.04

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Bangkok has a new and popular service - the Itasha anime wraps service. How about getting your car done up in anime wrappings?

In Thailand, Japanese anime is extremely popular. With clothes, everyday goods, and practically anything you can think of being all anime-themed and fashioned after favorite characters, it's almost painful to take in. Taking this to the extreme, is the Itasha - decorating your own car in anime.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Art｜ Hobbies｜

2014.06.11

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Thailand's first anime disco cosplay party! Thailand's only anime DJ makes a guest appearance and will make you a disco fan!

From Japan to Bangkok, the extremely popular "Anime Disco" pre-party was a success and many were belting out Japanese anime tunes!

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ J-POP｜

2014.04.18

[Report from Robin in Hong Kong] U900 Themed Restaurants

Popular in Hong Kong! The knit animal ukulele rabbit and bear duo "U900" making their claim to fame!

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ Hot Spot｜

2014.03.17

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] The "Harajuku Kawaii" and "Shibuya fashion" apparel team that has made its way to Bangkok finds extreme popularity!

Harajuku Kawaii and Shibuya fashions that are popular among young girls have been joined to form a new apparel brand and this venture has started to make it's way overseas with an increasing amount of speed. Last month, we decided to go in for a look at the first "Fashion Port@ Tokyo" shop in Thailand!

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜

2014.02.18

[Report from A.s.Kitsune in Taipei] "Misako & LoliTaiwan" - Tea Party in Taiwan with Aoki Misako -

Misako Aoki's lolita fashion tea party with over 80 lolita fans!

A.s.Kitsune's Taipei Report | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜

2014.01.31

[Report from Robin in Hong Kong] Gundam Docks at Hong Kong

Not only in Hong Kong but Japanese anime has become such an intrinsic part of Asian culture. Now, however it is the live-action counterparts to the characters that has taken this part of the world by storm.

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜

2013.11.12