Japan’s ministry of economy reminds us to “use sound judgment” before buying toilet paper

Just take a beat and really think about it calmly.

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Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie takes a delicious turn, complete with a Question Block surprise.

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“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested

Desire to create personal online content rapidly drops among older age groups in survey.

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Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?

One-coin lunches still exist in Asakusa, but now to find out if it’s money well spent.

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Drinkable pixels: 7-Eleven Japan creates new convenience store juice with “pixels” inside

Exciting new juice with over-the-top design features can only be found in six prefectures.

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Can you make butter by running with a pouch filled with cream? Let’s find out[Taste test]

Why make butter in your kitchen when you can make it on your jogging path?

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Public restrooms in Osaka to get in-stall video screens with ads

Video advertising seems contradictory to the digital signage’s originally intended purpose.

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Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion

Now you can literally hug a Ghibli building. 

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7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream

New “Greedy Sandwich” with cherry blossom pink bread takes classic Australian and Kiwi party food to new levels.

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Here’s what you need to know before the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking voting goes live

Here are the important dates and ways that you can vote for your favorite characters during the official voting period next month.

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Starbucks Japan adds exclusive limited-edition Frappuccino drinks to the menu for spring

Choux cream pastry is one of the flavours ready to boost your mood this season.

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Nissin Donbei to sell Classic line of instant udon and soba noodles for its 50th anniversary

The new bowls will recreate the old taste of 50 years ago when the famous brand first dropped.

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Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]

Hokusai Special Train made its first run this month.

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Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid

A unique product handmade by traditional craftsmen at Kyoto’s Kaikado, Japan’s oldest tea caddy manufacturer.

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A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers

You might get lost on your way there, but you’ll be rewarded by a stunning escape filled with scones, antiques, and cow-shaped jugs.

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Fake police phone scam also highlights dumb stereotype about how foreigners speak Japanese[Video]

Fake police officer targets possibly the worst person, phone transcript isn’t so great either.

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Secret Starbucks sausage customization sparks sweet joy in Japan[Taste test]

Adding something usually meant for coffee to Starbucks Japan’s Sausage Pie.

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Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits

Star characters from Ghibli short film Mr Dough and the Egg Princess play inside these mini museums.

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Japan’s Mos Burger creates tempura rice bowl bento boxed lunch burger, but not for its menu

New item seeks to put four food categories in your hand all at once.

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Are 500-yen noodles at Akihabara Ramen Center a great find or cheap miss?

We leave this ramen joint half happy, half less than satisfied. 

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