Manichi Ramen

05/26/2026

One last final goodbye!!! Thank you for all the laughter and memories!!! ❤️❤️❤️
最後のお別れです！長い間誠にありがとうございました!!! ❤️❤️❤️

05/26/2026

Omg. Hands Shibuya is closing too. Yikes.

In a surprising announcement, the Hands Shibuya flagship store has announced that it will permanently close this November.

The official last day has yet to be announced but the sad news comes just 3 years after the store changed ownership and was rebranded from Tokyu Hands to just Hands.

For decades, the Tokyu Hands store was more than just a shop — it represented a lifestyle for designers, tinkerers and the DIY community. It was a destination for curious shoppers searching for everything from stationery and tools to obscure gadgets and craft supplies.

In recent years, Shibuya has undergone rapid redevelopment, with sleek new complexes and luxury retail reshaping the neighborhood’s identity. Against that backdrop, the aging Hands building increasingly felt like a relic from another Tokyo: charming, chaotic, and deeply human.

Although the Shibuya location is gone, the spirit of Hands lives on through other stores across Japan. Still, for many Tokyo residents and longtime visitors, the closure feels personal: the disappearance of a place tied to memories of late-night shopping trips, school projects, and unexpected discoveries.

05/26/2026

Aloha Oe to everyone!!! It’s been a great 15 years!!!! Thank you for the outpouring of aloha and love. Thank you to all that came back to say a final goodbye. We will miss you all… ❤️🌺

05/26/2026

Minasan TODAY MAY 25th is our LAST DAY! Thank you so much for the last 15 years!!!! We will stay open until we run out of ingredients! ❤️🍜🥟🏝️

05/17/2026

❤️😍❤️😍❤️😍 So blessed!

05/16/2026

❤️😍❤️😍❤️😍❤️

05/04/2026

Another!!!

01/31/2026

Atomu!

There is a town in Japan where crossing the street feels like stepping into an anime.

Instead of the usual walking figure, the pedestrian signals were redesigned to feature Astro Boy, the iconic character created by Osamu Tezuka. When the light turns red, Astro Boy stands still. When it turns green, he joyfully runs forward, inviting people to cross with him. It’s a small change—but one filled with charm, nostalgia, and cultural pride.

The choice wasn’t random. Astro Boy is deeply connected to the area, as Tezuka spent part of his childhood there. By using the character in everyday infrastructure, the town pays tribute to one of Japan’s most influential creators while turning an ordinary moment into something memorable.

More than just a novelty, these signals have become a local landmark, delighting residents and surprising visitors. It’s a perfect example of how Japan seamlessly blends pop culture with daily life—proving that even a crosswalk can tell a story. 🚦✨🤖

01/29/2026

Big thanks to

Lowell Nagata, Etsuko Watanabe, Ian Hanakahi

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

01/25/2026

Congrats to Aonishiki. Your Country is so proud of you! 🇺🇦! Two in a row! First as Ozeki! おめでとう御座います！！！Final Day Playoff! Wow! Video in comments.

Aonishiki clinched the New Year Basho by beating Maegashira No. 4 Atamifuji in a riveting playoff bout after both men ended the 15-day tournament with 12-3 records.