With scenes adorable and awesome, these DIY papercraft kits are as easy to love as they are to transport.
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Celebrate the 40th (or 41st ) birthday of Nintendo’s game-changing video game console by putting together a perfect paper replica.
A cool, unique, and easy-to-pack gift for fans of Japanese pop culture (including yourself).
New Miniature Art range also includes individual kits for the museum’s Cat Bus, Robot Soldier and Totoro in the ticket window.
Over 400 years ago, a temple in Kyoto suddenly became the site of a battle that would change Japanese history forever.
Despite the fact that we’re entering the Year of the Ox, might as well start off with some fish.
Putting together “Battleship Island” gave us a new perspective on what life was like for the families that lived there.
No one is climbing Mt. Fuji this year, but everyone can recreate the symbol of Japan in their home.
Visit Japan’s otaku mecca, and stage giant monster fights in it, without ever leaving the comfort of your living room.
Make sure to guzzle your fill of snacks beforehand, because these sculptures are mouthwatering.
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The snack-package-sculpting genius of this Twitter sensation finally caught the eye of a snack PR department.
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