Category Archives: Japan

Today’s Engrish: F$%¥ AS BOMB

Posted on September 9, 2014 by superhappyawesome

It’s been quite a while since I posted any Engrish here on the blog. From Tiny Grass is Dreaming to my most popular post of all time, the Fuckin’ Sale, there just hasn’t been as much catching my eye the … Continue reading →

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Today’s Watercolor: Hello Kitty n’est pas un chat

Posted on August 28, 2014 by superhappyawesome

The internet veritably exploded today with the news that Hello Kitty is not, in fact, a cat. Christine Yano, an anthropologist from the University of Hawaii, is currently curating an upcoming Hello Kitty retrospective at the Japanese American National Museum, … Continue reading →

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Gunma-chan Manjū!

Posted on August 27, 2014 by superhappyawesome

We had just gotten back from lunch, when my lovely supervisor sidled up to my desk. “Psst…Alice, you should go to the meeting room.” I didn’t think I was missing a meeting, and she didn’t seem stressed or worried. If … Continue reading →

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United Arrows Shaved Ice

Posted on August 23, 2014 by superhappyawesome

One of my absolute favorite things about Japan is the profusion of shaved ice in the summer time. From the Dom Pérignon shaved ice at the Grand Prince Takanawa (it’ll set you back a cool ¥30,000, or about $300, but … Continue reading →

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Today’s Watercolor: Obon Cucumber Horse & Eggplant Cow

Posted on August 20, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Hey guys! Wow, it’s been a crazy summer so far. Between my presentation at Otakon and the World Heritage Tour in Tomioka, I’ve barely had time to paint anything, let alone post. Luckily this weekend I finally had a chance … Continue reading →

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Packing for Otakon!

Posted on August 2, 2014 by superhappyawesome

In case you haven’t heard, I’m going to be presenting a panel on Gunma Prefecture–Sunday morning, 11:30 am! (I think there may be more goods to give away in my luggage than clothes, haha.) Anyway, I’d love it if y’all … Continue reading →

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Pikachu with a view: My trip to the Pokemon Cafe in Tokyo

Posted on July 22, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Some times, when living in Japan, one finds oneself at some pretty wacky places. After spending the weekend touring (and tweeting!) the newly designated World Heritage Sites surrounding the Tomioka Silk Mill (more on that soon), I found myself spending … Continue reading →

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Today’s Art: Tomioka Silk Mill Mascots!

Posted on July 18, 2014 by superhappyawesome

In randomly exciting news, I’ve been invited to participate in a two day Tour & Workshop about how to develop promotions for the Tomioka area, home of the Silk Mill, a newly minted UNESCO World Heritage Site. There’s only 8 … Continue reading →

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New Kyary Pamyu Pamyu “Serious Hitomi” English Lyrics Translation

Posted on July 16, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s newest album Pika Pika Fantajin finally came out last week! While the music videos for Dreams Beginning Ring Ring, Family Party and Kira Kira Killer have all been released, there’s a few songs on the album that … Continue reading →

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Tanabata Macarons!

Posted on July 8, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Happy Tanabata! The Star Festival is a romantic holiday in Japan, where two literally star crossed lovers meet once a year across the Milky Way, if the night is clear. I picked up these adorable Tanabata Macarons the other day, … Continue reading →

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