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Shogi, also known as Japanese chess, is a two-player strategy board game. Its earliest predecessor of the game, chaturanga, originated in India in the 6th century was brought to Japan where it spawned a number of variants. Two players, Sente (Black; more literally, person with the first move) and Gote (White; person with the second move), play on a board composed of rectangles in a grid of 9 ranks (rows) by 9 files (columns).   The rectangles are undifferentiated by marking or color. The bo

What is collagen? Collagen is the most common protein that is produced in the human body. Collagen has various roles to benefit the body, but the most visible role is its power over our skin. Collagen makes the mold of our skin and strengthens it while helping replace and restore dead skin cells. When we're young, the natural process of producing collagen is consistent. However, as we age, the production of collagen in our bodies declines, making our skin sag and leading a quicker path to wrinkl

You behold a beautiful scenery that leaves deep impressions, sit in a coffee shop to unwhide from a busy sightseeing tour through the city or a philosophic moment comes to as you wait at a remote railway station, with MIDORI's Travel's Notebook series you may capture the essence of the those very moments and make it an unforgettable memory. The notebooks come in two, brown and black, respective three colors, the 2015 limited blue edition, and two size formats, regular and passport. The starter k

For products, scroll down to the bottom ↓ Neither STAR WARS nor BANDAI need much of an introduction we think, both have been long-establish brands. However when these two join forces, fans of the Star Wars franchise can frolic of the sight of collectibles the cooperation of brands brings about. Bandai plastic model kits are no exception to this excitement and enjoy great popularity. Like the movies are always anxiously anticipated, also hobby enthusiast look forward eagerly to new rel

Shopping Studio Ghibli Merchandise Anywhere from Japan From Howl’s Moving Castle to My Neighbor Totoro, the Studio Ghibli has left an indelible mark on the hearts of millions. But did you know you can bring a piece of that magic into your home? At J-Subculture, we make it easier than ever for international fans to access Studio Ghibli merchandise, straight from Japan. J-Subculture is your ultimate destination for  the world of Studio Ghibli figures and collectibles. Why Studio G

PILOT is one of the spearheads in the Japanese stationery industry and its DR. GRIP 4+1 one of the most complete writing utensil there is. Not only does it have a brilliant design combining tasteful colors and metal parts, the pen as much more to offer with many unique features. In Japan the pen made itself a name as being a writing instrument that even one writes a lot, the hand won't get tired easily. It is convenient to handle as the shaft lies comfortably in the writing hand. Furthermore, th

Imagine a fountain pen in a variety of lush colors! This is what the Pilot Prera Fountain Pen FPR-3SR exactly is, a fresh modern design incorporating traditional Pilot build quality fountain pen. The Pilot Prera has a clean and simple look and writes luxuriously.  The Pilot Prera is a relatively compact and lightweight design in high-quality fountain pen with a brightly colored resin body, has a chrome trim, a pocket clip and a cap that closes with a satisfying "click". Weighs 0.

  MUJI (Mujirushi, 無印良品) is a Japanese company that revolves around the idea of a "no brand" concept and utmost simplicity. Through their natural, soft, and aesthetic products, they've captured the hearts of many around the world. Each product is carefully made through a process that is both good for the environment and also ensuring of good quality. With fresh and clean ideas come items that will make our lives better. One of their well known products is their cut cotton

Splatoon is a video game developed and published by Nintendo for the Wii U. The game centers around characters known as Inklings—beings that can transform between humanoid and squid forms, and hide or swim through colored ink sprayed on surfaces using gun or brush-based weaponry. Splatoon features several game modes, including 4-on-4 online multiplayer and a single player campaign. Splatoon players control characters called Inklings, who have the ability to shape-shift between human and s

As you already know, Studio Ghibli is a Japanese animation film studio based in Koganei, Tokyo (Japan), and founded on June 15, 1985. "Spirited Away" (2001) was their highest success, grossing over US$290 million worldwide and also winning a Golden Bear in 2002 and an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film in 2003. Many of their works have won the Animage Anime Grand Prix award, and four have won the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year. Five of Studio Ghibli's films rec