Mascot Mix Mumble (blog)

From Concept to Costume: How (official) Japanese Mascots are Born

Ever wondered why a town would suddenly decide they need a dancing tofu or a roller-skating racoon as their mascot? No, you probably haven't....

Diving Deep with 3 of Japan's Aquatic 'Yuru-chara' Mascots

Hey there, mascot friend! Today we're diving deep into the fascinating world of aquatic-themed Japanese yuru-chara (mascots). Guiding us today is T...

Meet Tarutaru, the Slime-Like Water Fairy in a Barrel!

Greetings, mascot friend! It's time we reveal the curator of our upcoming 'Tarutaru Tumbles' Mix... you might have guessed it already, but the c...

Japanese Mascots and Cannibalism: Where Does it Cross the Line?

It's no secret that Japanese mascots can have... unusual taste.   The world of Japanese mascots, or "Yuru-chara," is a whimsical one, filled ...

3 'NOT SO OBVIOUS' Things to Do in Kagoshima

The mascot Tarutaru of Tarumizu City introduces us to 3 'not so obvious' things to do in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. His suggestions range from vo...