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My favourite graphic artists and inspiration – all cute and colourful! And why I’ve come to believe lowbrow art and design is a lot more valuable than it’s given credit for.

Things to do at the seaside in Fukuoka, at Momochi Seaside Park & Uminonakamichi, with links to maps & websites in English.

Come & see Cakes with Faces at MCM Manchester Comic Con on 28-29 July 2018 at Manchester Central.

Cute leggings with a kawaii ghost pattern!

My #FemaleFounder interview for the #SheMeansBusiness campaign to support female entrepreneurs and business owners.

How I’m Learning Japanese I’ve been learning Japanese on and off for several years – mainly so I can communicate and understand more when I’m in Japan. I’d love to be able to read everything, and talk to people properly without resorting to “sumimasen – nihongo ga jouzu ja arimasen” (sorry, I’m not good at Japanese!) when I don’t understand

My ultimate list of vegetarian restaurants in Tokyo! Actually, this is a list of restaurants with vegetarian options, which is a lot harder to find. As a vegetarian travelling with meat-eaters, I need restaurants that cater for both of us, which is difficult in Japan. I’ve found that 100% vegetarian or vegan restaurants are quite easy to find – there are already

Round-up video of funny and strange gachapon capsule toys from Japan.

Join us for Sushi Saturday in my sushi making video! See how to make a sushi feast at home: hosomaki, futomaki, nigiri, edamame and gyoza (fish and vegetarian/vegan).

Cute graphic art for plant ladies and monstera collectors!

Come & see us at MCM London Comic Con at London ExCel on 25-27 May 2018.

Pre-orders are open now for the new Llamageddon llama t-shirts & zip-up hoodies!

Tips and advice for booking your hotel in Tokyo – where to stay, types of hotels, how expensive it is and what to expect.

Recently I discovered my designs being sold by 25 different stores without my permission. Here’s what happened next.

Gift ideas for Valentines Day, for people who like sushi, Japan and cute things!

Round-up video of amazing Japanese gachapon!

Come and see Cakes with Faces at Hyper Japan on 13-15 July 2018 at London Olympia!

Tabikaeru is a new frog game from the makers of Neko Atsume. It’s super cute!

Best Nine 2017 Here’s my #bestnine2017! My nine photos with the most likes on Instagram from this year. I’m not sure if it’s a completely accurate reflection of the highlights of the year…. we’ve got: Being a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year in the Coventry Telegraphy Business Awards. My snowham! (Also one of the most popular posts on Facebook!) Disney

Is non-Christmassy food jealous of Christmassy food?