Pretty But Functional Bento Boxes For Grown-Ups


Updated 05/15/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Bento Boxes For Adults

Packing your lunch in a bento box is an efficient way to create a wholesome meal in a compact package. But if froggy faces and cute bunnies are a bit too kawaii for your office environment, we've rounded up 10 pretty yet grown-up containers that get your lunch from here to there without looking like you're headed for the school bus. Read more

How to Make a Chopstick Rest


Updated 07/16/10 2:21 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 6 comments

How to Make a Chopstick Rest

When my cousin and I went for sushi, we were seated at a tiny table with a wobbly leg that left my chopsticks rolling around. That is, until he showed me how to make a rest for my chopsticks out of the wrapper. Now I'm passing along my knowledge of what might just be the world's most functional origami piece. Read on to make your own. Read more

Inspiring Lunches: Lovely Little Bentos


Updated 05/22/12 4:52 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Pretty Bento Designs

When I pack my next day's lunch at 11 p.m. the night before, the last thing I consider is what it looks like. Sandwiches get shoved in plastic bags, and leftovers are unceremoniously crammed into old Tupperware. But making Japanese bento is not just about delicious food; it's about harmonious construction and pretty presentations. We turned to the marvelous bento designs of Flickr user gamene to Read more

Johnny and Tim Bring Dark Shadows to Tokyo


Updated 05/14/12 7:24 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Johnny Depp Pictures at Tokyo Dark Shadows Premiere

Johnny Depp arrived at the airport in Tokyo this morning, and quickly changed blazers to hit the red carpet. He and his Dark Shadows director Tim Burton were together for their latest screening, and they stopped to sign autographs for fans before debuting their eighth collaboration for Japanese fans. It's been a busy week for Johnny and Tim. They screened the picture in LA, then had an event with Read more

Springtime With the Macaque Family


Updated 04/03/12 4:37 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Japanese Macaques Enjoy Cherry Blossoms at Ueno Zoo

We humans think of cherry blossoms as graceful representatives of nature's artwork, but Japanese macaques think they taste pretty good! With the lovely trees in full bloom in Tokyo, monkeys at the Ueno Zoo are diving headlong into these Spring delicacies while they last. Read more

Game Boy Gear For iPhones


Updated 04/26/12 2:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Game Boy and Video Game Controller iPhone Cases

If we weren't so used to gaming on large and colorful smartphone screens, you bet we'd still be playing a Game Boy on the daily commute. Now we can have the best of both modern and retro worlds with these Game Boy and video game controller iPhone cases from Yamamoto Industries, purveyors of everything cool in Japanese electronic accessories. Even better? They're currently on sale through Read more

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Hit the Streets Holding Hands


Updated 04/25/12 6:23 AM · Posted by · 8 comments

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Holding Hands Pictures

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West held hands while walking in NYC last night. The couple are going strong after rumors of their romance first surfaced last month. Kim and Kanye are making their date nights more and more public, and over the weekend, the two were all over the Big Apple. She's even taken to sporting earrings of his initials, K and W. Kim was solo, though, when she posed for pictures Read more

10 Condiments You Should Stock in Your Pantry


Updated 04/02/12 12:09 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Essential Condiments For Home Cooks

With the right condiments, you can whip up gourmet, restaurant-quality dressings, marinades, and sauces in a snap. These 10 condiments are tried and true, but if you want to branch out, we've also pinpointed some of the most worthy brands you might not be familiar with. Apple cider vinegar, tahini, and Japanese mayonnaise are just a few items you should own if you don't already. To find out why, Read more

A Look at Uniqlo's First-Ever Kids Line


Updated 03/23/12 6:44 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Uniqlo For Kids

Japanese clothing line Uniqlo is much loved for its minimalist sensibilities and affordable prices (for those not familiar with the line, think of it as a less-trendy H&M or a cooler Gap), and just this week, it introduced its first-ever kids line. Uniqlo Undercover, a collaboration with designer Jun Takahashi, is only available at the brand's three New York City stores, so check out these 10 Read more

10 Online Boutiques You Should Know About — and Shop


Updated 02/25/12 2:54 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Cool Online Stores to Check Out 2012

The World Wide Web can be a daunting place and with so much clicking at our fingertips, it's easy to overlook some pretty amazing e-finds. After a bit of cyber roaming and unearthing a whole lot of covet-worthy designer lineups, we've got 10 ultracool online boutiques you may not know about and most definitely should be shopping at already. From a one-of-a-kind curation site and a chic jewelry Read more