Editor’s note: This series showcases what we are calling “kawaii” (cute ... Many of the shop's unique items, which have proved popular both in Japan and abroad, are designed to have uneven ...

“Kawaii” is clearly deeply rooted in Japan’s culture. Walking into a zakkaten (variety shop), you may be overwhelmed by the sheer volume ofkawaii products—from the plastic pens topped with ...

Editor’s note: This series showcases what we are calling “kawaii” (cute) items made locally in the iconic Japanese city ... The Kyoto main shop is open from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. It is ...