鹿沼組子 ・ Kanuma Kumiko

The traditional craft of Kumiko is a highly sophisticated craftsmanship mandating a good understanding of geometry. The modern designs are no longer limited to the hexical grid but aim to merge the interior with the exterior seamlessly through woodwork.

Website: 星野リゾート

おせち料理 ・ Osechi Cooking

Nothing can be more cosy than waking up to a cold new year morning with mom and grandma putting Osechi on the leg-warming Kotatsu table. It's the equivalence of a Christmas dinner to westerners.

Website: 手作りのおせち料理

初日の出 ・ First Sunrise

The first sunrise of a year has special meaning to the Japanese people and many of them spend time to travel to their ideal location to witness the event. One of the famous spots is Nobiru Coast (野蒜海岸) in Higashimatsushima City of the Miyagi Prefecture (宮城県).

Where: Nobiru Coast

伊豆大島 ・ Izu-Oshima

An island off the coast of Izu often being forgotten as part of the Tokyo prefecture, in this video you can experience its roaring coastline and the crystal clear seascape.

Where: 伊豆大島ジオパーク

生ソフトクリーム ・ Raw Ice Cream

From the major dairy region of Hokkaido, the Shimaki Farm (嶋木牧場) in Tokachi (十勝) takes pride in offering these creamy goodies made of raw fresh milk with no additives.

Website: Happiness Dairy

焼肉パズル ・ Beef Puzzle

Love cows? Then here's a chance to buy one wholesome for dismantle. Nice touch with the cute expression.

Website: 一頭買い！！

楽天ドローン ・ Rakuten Drone

Rakuten has started pilot projects for robotic and drone delivery services a few months ago. Hopefully it will gain traction so that the ongoing labour shortage can be resolved.

Website: Rakuten Drone

Loving Stay with LOVOT

For lonely visitors badly needing a companion without bothering anyone, this famous hotel is offering little pet robots to ease the stress. They will come to you and talk to you, showing all the love you could afford.

Website: The New Otani

シマエナガちゃん ・ Shimaenaga-chan

If you're a fan of Hokkaido as well as Gachapon (ガシャポン), then you don't want to miss the new release of this lovely white bird in February. Make sure to line up early since it will be sold out in minutes.

Website: 電撃ホビーウェブ