Limited-edition chilled cup combines summer fruit with creamy pudding pieces in new “Delight Me” release.
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In business for over 70 years, this traditional confectioner figured out how to turn the suspension of a Japanese tradition into a new one of their own.
We investigated a suspicious noodle store on Uber Eats only to have our curry udon dreams come true.
Mysterious colour-changing cups and sparkly Bearista straw caps, inspired by a Japanese fireworks festival.
Japan’s favorite quasi-local curry launches convenience store version – Does it match the real deal?
Shift in government policy allows Japan’s smallest cars to address a big problem for the taxi industy.
Iwate town sets traps to try to catch the bear with a sweet tooth, with some even being installed inside people’s houses.
![Gundam’s Char Aznable normal suit becomes roomwear for doing normal stuff in the real world [Pics]](https://soranews24.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/0_2c36e9.jpg?w=640 "Gundam’s Char Aznable normal suit becomes roomwear for doing normal stuff in the real world [Pics]")
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Iconic quotes, air pirates and a very subtle Gina reference make this collection a must-have for fans of this Ghibli classic.
Get a taste of local culture with a new souvenir range that captures the unique charms of Japan’s regions.
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