Great news for tonkatsu lovers! “Kimukatsu,” the legendary pork cutlet specialty shop born in Ebisu, Tokyo, is making its grand debut at the Tokyo Central PCH Torrance food court on Friday, February 6, 2026.
View More “25 Layers of Heaven” Arrives in Torrance! — Famous “Mille-Feuille Katsu” Shop Kimukatsu Opens Feb 6
Simultaneous Interpreter and Assistant Professor at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies: Chiyo Mori
View More [Japanese Interviews: Life in LA] Chiyo Mori, Simultaneous Interpreter
The ultimate collaboration between Japanese toy giants SEGA and Takara Tomy, “Gacha & Catch,” opened its doors on November 22, 2025, at the Santa Monica Third Street Promenade. Two months in, this pop-up store is buzzing with excitement and hosting various events!
View More Gacha & Catch Santa Monica: Authentic Japanese Arcade & Events!
Step Into the Action: Japan’s Ultimate Pro Wrestling Experience
Sportiva Arena Offers Unforgettable Ways to Live Your Pro-wrestling Fandom Dreams!
Were you hesitant to relocate to Japan?
Not really, because I was young and wanted to travel. Japan was not a popular destination at the time and many people thought it was strange to want to go there.
Learn Japanese word with us!
View More Iwau (祝う) -“Celebrate” or “Congratulate” / Japanese Word
I am a board game publisher in a company we created with friends and engineering electronics as a consultant.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / Charles MULLER / Engineer and Game publisher
I’m a diversity and inclusion consultant, dedicated to helping organizations drive transformational change on their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion journey.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / Samia Jamai / Diversity & Inclusion Consultant
Raichō Hiratsuka (real name: Haru Hiratsuka) was born in 1886 in Tokyo into a wealthy, privileged family during Japan’s Meiji era. At that time, women were expected to conform to the societal model of ryōsai kenbo — the “good wife, wise mother. ” This philosophy shaped the entire education system for girls, emphasizing domestic skills such as sewing, child-rearing, and obedience, rather than intellectual development or professional ambitions.
View More JAPANESE SAMURAI / Raichō Hiratsuka
Experience Japan’s Finest Craftsmanship at JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES November 14 (Fri) – November 16 (Sun)Tokyo Central Torrance (PCH) Store The popular pop-up event JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES returns this fall—bringing the artistry of Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan’s world-renowned metalcraft region, right here to Torrance! Discover beautifully crafted goods made by master artisans in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture. Each item is carefully handmade using time-honored techniques passed down through generations. These are not mass-produced products—they’re authentic works of craftsmanship specially imported for this event. What is Tsubame-Sanjo? Located in central Niigata Prefecture, Tsubame-Sanjo is celebrated across Japan and around the world…
View More Experience Japan’s Finest Craftsmanship at JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES
November 11 (Tue) – 12 (Wed)@Tokyo Central Gardena Store For two days only, a special pop-up store featuring premium products from Ōita Prefecture will appear at Tokyo Central Gardena! Explore the rich and refreshing tastes of Ōita through carefully selected local specialties — from thick, aromatic dried shiitake mushrooms and refreshing kabosu citrus drinks to local sake and other regional treats. Free tastings will also be available, offering visitors a true taste of Japan’s hidden gourmet region. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the authentic flavors of Ōita right here in Los Angeles! Please note: product availability may vary…
View More Discover the Flavors of Ōita — Only in Ōita Pop-Up Event
Why do you live in Japan?: Japan’s high living standards and convenient public facilities help me keep a balanced life, and I’ve made many friends from around the world.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / TIAN JING / Director