If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
We found one antenna that gets a ten, uh… A unique kind of shopping experience in Japan can be found at its “antenna shops.” These are stores run by governments…
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
The Fourth Hokage’s Flying Thunder God Kunai could be yours. Though it partners with some of Japan’s most popular entertainment franchises, Nijigen no Mori is a little different from your…
Man arrested in rural Japan on charges of leaving obscene DVDs in stores as gifts for “healthy men”
Commitment to physical media apparently stronger than concern for consent for the women shown in videos. Generally, generosity is considered a virtue. An active willingness to give something of value…
White House event with Trump, sports commissioners is delayed by snow: Sources
The event was expected to involve a presentation of the administration's plans to use sports to help mark America's 250th birthday.
A Delightfully Tactile Stop-Motion Music Video Pieces Together 300 Ceramic Tiles
For three months, Julia Fernandez would spend the hours between 8 a.m. and noon waiting for the right light to filter into her Brooklyn studio. Once the shared space was…
Painted LEGO Bricks Appear to Move and Vibrate in Katherine Duclos’ Assemblages
Starting with the inherently gridded layouts of LEGO baseplates, Katherine Duclos creates vibrant, undulating compositions of pastels and gradients. The Vancouver-based artist employs the colorful bricks in a variety of…
Rangers on verge of trading Carson Soucy to Islanders: Sources
Soucy is a defensive-minded defenseman capable of helping a team in a bottom-pair role.
Severe weather forces postponement of Kings-Blue Jackets NHL game
A heavy snowstorm in Ohio led the league to move the game to March.
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Anime characters come together for an ethereal celebration. Have you ever wondered what it might look like if a festival was held in the mysterious town seen in Studio Ghibli’s…
Ask CJ: Submit your NHL questions for Chris Johnston’s mailbag
Drop your questions here, and The Athletic's Chris Johnston will answer a selection in his upcoming mailbag.