Another size sold out of shark dresses! It's still available in: 🦈 UK size 6 (XS) 🦈 UK 10(S) 🦈 UK 12 (M) 🦈 UK 16 (XL) They won't be restocked, as my manufacturer's closed down: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product/shar...

Wow my Japan guide book's the 253,173th bestselling book on Amazon 😂😂

Finally had time to work on my big project today (the one I started in 2022...!) and InDesign doesn't work after the Windows update. 💀 So I started next year's calendar instead - maybe this will be the year I draw one pic each month instead of a mad rush in October...!

If anyone needs an emergency winter scarf - I have them! ❄️ If you order this weekend, it'll be posted on Monday: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product-cate...

Sometimes people ask me where to have breakfast in Japan. So here are 8 ideas for where to go - including traditional Japanese breakfasts, budget options & the thickest toast I've ever seen! 😱🍞 It's up now on YouTube - enjoy! youtu.be/gFNxm6J0Q3o

Such a relief the US tariffs increase is cancelled. I'm sure no one from the US would order from my shop if tariff increased. 💀 If you're in the US, some items are exempt from tariffs, including books and trip planning decks. 🎉🎉🎉

If you're planning a trip to Japan, my Japan Travel News video has 14 new things coming up, plus exhibitions: youtu.be/bWpjQaZgXaE

Found a shop in London that has Orion beer! 🍻 It's pretty rare, even in most of Japan, as it's from Okinawa. It's Phil's fav!

Went on an impromptu trip to London this weekend and saw My Neighbour Totoro the live show! It was so good!!! 💖 I won't give anything away but it was really charming - the characters were all so endearing and magical. To anyone who saw both Spirited Away and Totoro, which was your fav??

Last one! Just one shinkansen shirt left - they won't be restocked. 🚅🚅🚅 It's size 2XL - on the small side, so may fit XL too (chest size of shirt: 128cm / 50″) cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product/shin...

Here's a guide to which sizes are left in the dresses! My dress manufacturer closed down (due to US tarriffs), so unfortunately I'm not able to restock them. Here's which sizes are left, to save you hunting through the shop trying to find your size! cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product-cate...

If you have a Japan trip booked, maybe consider getting some yen... (I already got mine!)

Here's my guide to collecting souvenir stamps in Japan, including where to find stamps, how to ask where the stamp is, which stamp book to get, and stamps vs goshuin: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/japan/where-...

Just some of the new attractions, events & exhibitions from Japan Travel News (they're not all in January!) 🍣 Cinnamoroll x Kura Sushi 🍵 Matcha cruise in Hakone 🥢 Tabelog app for booking restaurants 🗑️ New rules about bins in Shibuya 🎮 Nintendo Museum illuminations & lots more! youtu.be/bWpjQaZgXaE

So nice to get such a lovely review on Google. 😭🙏✨

We're overjoyed to announce that Promise Mascot Agency is nominated for "Excellence in Narrative" at the IGF Awards! 🛻✨💗 www.gamedeveloper.com/production/b...

At the Ota Museum of Art in Harajuku there's currently an "Oji-san Festival - an exhibition focussing on ukiyo-e woodblock prints featuring older men. 😂 It's on until 1st March.

A look back at all my new designs from 2025! Do you have any of them? Today I opened up a project I first started back in 2022, and haven't touched for 8 months. 😂 I always have way more ideas than time, but here's hoping in 2026 I'll make some of them happen! 💪

Just updated my list of pop-up theme cafes in Japan: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/japan/pop-up...

My Melody & Kuromi collab with Mos Burger in Japan! Don't they look cosy dressed as fried chicken?! 🍗 You can buy the plush keychains at Mos Burger (my fav fast food burger in Japan!).

All the Best Stuff is from Japan t-shirts are almost sold out! Just one size left (mens M): cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product/all-...

It's Japan Travel News! New attractions opening over the next few months, travel updates, exhibitions and lots more: youtu.be/bWpjQaZgXaE

Aww, so nice to get such a lovely review for my Japan guide book (from Etsy) ✨ So glad they said it's like a friend talking to you. 🥰

Downsides of filming videos in the morning: - Croaky voice - Having to edit out my stomach rumbling 😂

Not had time to film my video yet so might be a struggle to get Japan News done for Thursday... 😅 I thought the start of the new year was for planning & feeling organised...? 😝😂

Back to work today! 100+ orders to pack - wish me luck! Let's see how many I manage to do...! 💪

From my Etsy Wrapped - it's amazing to know I had orders from 38 countries in 2025! 💖🌍✨ Thanks for your orders over the holidays. 🙏 I'll be sending them all when I'm back to work on Monday (might take me more than a day to pack them all, but I'll send them as quickly as I can!). 😅

Here are my top 10 most-watched Japan videos of 2025! cakeswithfaces.co.uk/videos/top-j...

Thanks for this pic of my Japan Trip Planning Deck, with a fantastic view of Tokyo Station! Love it when you guys send me pics of my books/designs in the wild!

If you're going to Japan in 2026, this video's for you! youtu.be/bHlTMwGUI_E

Northern Lights dresses are sold out! Last one's off to its new home today.

I'm posting orders today & tomorrow, then taking a break. My shop will be open so feel free to place orders (please do - you don't get holiday pay when you're self-employed!! 😝) - they'll be despatched Monday 5th January.

That's it - all last order dates for Christmas have now passed! I'm still sending orders every day until Tuesday 23rd December at midday GMT. I'm taking a break over the holidays, so all orders placed during the holidays will be sent on Monday 5th January 2026.

This video from Miki from Japan has some great ideas for places to visit in Japan, beyond the Golden Route: youtu.be/RG_SL-BHvjI?...

✨Design vs Inspiration! ✨ These vending machines in snowy Hokkaido, the coldest place I've ever been, were the inspiration for December on my 2025 Japan calendar.❄️❄️ Those snowdrifts! 😱 PS: My calendar's available now with the dates of Japanese festivals in 2026: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/product/japa...

Highest yen rate of the last 10 years right now: If you have a Japan trip booked, might be worth getting some while the rate's high (idk if it's going to get even higher, but I never thought I'd see rates like this).

I stayed in a hotel in Tokyo with a shinkansen view! 🚅😍 It's right by Tokyo Station, with a view of the tracks - you can see the Yamanote line, the Narita Express and the bullet train! See what it's like in my new video: youtu.be/HX99O7f2vwo

We have an opening date for Kawaii Monster Land in Harajuku! It opens on 13th Feb. They're taking reservations now on their official website. It's on Takeshita Street, in the basement where Harajuku Alta used to be (below the new Sanrio Cafe and Shop).

Would you try this? Whipped cream sandwich at Family Mart in Japan. 🥪 Just whipped cream and bread. "Japanese food is so healthy....!" 😜😂

✨ Free upgrade to 1st class post - until Saturday! ✨ I'm upgrading shipping for all UK orders to first class until 20th Dec, Royal Mail's last recommended posting date for xmas (not guaranteed!). 🎁🎁🎁 Just in case you need any last minute gifts. 😊✨

Last call for UK Christmas orders! Order by midday UK time on Wednesday 17th.

Seems like the post's officially slowed down for Christmas (happens every year). Getting lots of messages from people whose orders were sent last week (UK) that haven't arrived yet.

Would anyone watch a YouTube video on Christmas day? My upload schedule is Thursdays. Don't want to anger the YouTube gods, but there's no point uploading if everyone's busy having turkey & opening presents...!

The deadline for UK Christmas orders is Wednesday 17th at midday! 🎁🎁🎁 The last order dates for all other countries have now passed - but I'm still sending orders so you can cross your fingers they might arrive in time! 🤞🤞🤞 www.cakeswithfaces.co.uk

Love this! 😍 Salary-nyan's a mascot I designed for Promise Mascot Agency 💖

I'm still posting orders after the last order dates - just cross your fingers! 🤞

How expensive is Harajuku in 2025? Here's a walk around the shops, checking out prices for clothing, accessories, shoes... and crepes!! youtu.be/6dYvcE9QW1k

Christmassy pop-up theme cafes are starting to appear in Japan! Here's my full list: cakeswithfaces.co.uk/japan/pop-up...

Last order dates for Christmas! 🎁🎁🎁 I'll still be sending orders after these dates (cross your fingers it might arrive on time). As always, xmas delivery can't be guaranteed, so please order earlier if possible!

If you're in the USA, please make your Christmas gift orders on or before Wednesday 10th December!