The adorable, delicious joy of the Totoro cream puff gift box[Taste test]

Turns out Studio Ghibli’s forest spirit is also a magical dessert.

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Tokyo cops arrest foreigner for suspected visa violation, don’t know what new residence cards look like

Seems like the people doing on-the-street immigration checks should know what immigration documents look like, doesn’t it?

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Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed

Japan’s only Starbucks on a bullet train platform now has faster ways for passengers to get their coffee before boarding.

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Nintendo’s Animal Crossing crosses over to Baskin-Robbins Japan with special ice cream and merch

Nook Inc. takes part in delicious new business venture.

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Married Japanese man must pay 4.6 million yen after faking being single and impregnating partner

Falsifying a relationship status can land you with a massive bill.

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Japanese theme park adding Immersive Death Game with a “bomb collar” you have to wear

Little kids are not allowed to play the death game inspired by Alice in Borderland at one of Japan’s favorite theme parks.

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Over a billion yen in smuggled gold found inside sex dolls by Japanese investigators

Unexpected objects found inserted into these love dolls.

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Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed “Monster Wolf” to keep bears away from convenience store

The giant wolf emits loud warning sounds and shouts out phrases like, “What are you looking at? Do you really think you can beat me?”

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TKG Debate: What’s the best way to eat Japan’s beloved raw egg comfort dish?

Even Japanese locals can’t agree on how to make this simple meal.

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Totoro Soot Sprites are here to help keep your organized as adorable paper clips[Photos]

Sure, they may be messy in the anime, but these Ghibli Soot Sprites will help you keep your real-world paperwork tidy.

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Will we eat the gyoza or our words at this all-you-can-eat dumpling challenge?

One of our writers seeks to redeem himself at this all-you-can-eat gyoza deal for 2,000 yen (US$12.40).

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7-Eleven Japan now has Seven Cafe tea machines…but can they convert a coffee drinker?

Convenience store tea is having a moment this summer.

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Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]

These are some Slimes we’d be happy to see while we’re eating.

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Japan’s Yellow Shinkansen to be retired, last chances to ride it come with eye-popping prices

Usually impossible for travelers to ride, Doctor Yellow is no ordinary bullet train, and it won’t be around much longer.

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“Alcohol is the best medicine” removed from Japanese government website

A few beers a day keeps the doctor away, because you forgot your appointment.

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7-Eleven Japan’s new sweets burger is a mouthwatering philosophical debate

Does this qualify as a new addition to the convenience store’s lineup of sweets sandwiches, or should it be considered something different?

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Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways

Profound luxury for travelers with deep pockets is coming later this year.

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Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees

Almost 20 years after her debut, the Vocaloid virtual idol still has plenty of power to draw fans and transcend language barriers around the world.

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Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer

Late-night high-speed service allows passengers to travel while they sleep, making better use of time and cutting hotel costs.

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Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening

Adorable new ashiyu destination has no Pokémon battles, but injuries to the creatures are still occurring.

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