Latest articles by JarikSikat
Plus Alpha: When Japanese snacks and pop culture collide, part 2
Revenge of the snack-food heroes
Plus Alpha: Strawberry brains at Shinjuku's Capcom Bar
This week, we play with our food at another game-themed restaurant: the Capcom Bar, or "CapBar," which features drinks and dishes based on Resident Evil, Ace Attorney and other familiar series...
Plus Alpha: When Japanese snacks and pop culture collide
Anime and games get extra exposure in Japan’s supermarkets and convenience stores
Plus Alpha: Comiket 81
Japan's massive comic convention isn't for the faint of heart, but we've got tips and observations to keep you sane while still enjoying the spectacle...
Plus Alpha: 24 hours in Japan
Japan's a strange place, but after nearly two years living in a country, the weird becomes commonplace. So here's a question: if you could spend 24 hours in Japan, what would you do?
Plus Alpha: Dreams come true
Japan’s “maid café” frenzy may have largely died down, but the cafes themselves are still very much alive. What can a visitor expect to encounter? Let’s find out…
Plus Alpha: Call of Duty: The Caf
Bad intel, mission failure, and an ambush in Akihabara
Plus Alpha: Zen and the Art of (Affordable) Gaming
Walking the path of low-cost gaming in high-cost Japan
Plus Alpha: Feel it in the one drop
Medal games and the changing landscape of Japanese game centers
