The special 15-hour hell of getting to Japan’s beautiful Tokunoshima at this time of year

The sea voyage to this peaceful, relaxing island is anything but.

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Japan’s New Chitose Airport has the most useful signage for travelers ever: “Sushi, 60 meters”

Hokkaido’s air gateway makes sure you know the direction and distance to delicious sushi.

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Central Japan’s most famous cherry blossom spot now has sakura helicopter sky cruises

Plans offer a (whirly)bird’s-eye view of Nara’s top cherry blossom destination.

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JoJo’s bizzare/beautiful beer – Manga creator Hirohiko Araki designs Ebisu Beer cans

Illustrations take inspiration from classic bijinga posters.

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Japanese beef bowl restaurant serves up a breakfast don that’s dividing customers

Does this fusion meal really deserve all the criticism it’s been getting?

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New Sanrio Little Twin Stars Kiki and Lala McDonald’s Happy Meal items are adorable and practical

We get our hands on all six items as the Sanrio twins celebrate their 50th birthday.

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Studio Ghibli retailer now sells Japanese anime curry with all the special utensils

Enjoy the taste of a Hayao Miyazaki movie classic.

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Sanrio pancakes celebrate My Melody’s birthday, and Cinnamoroll too, at Japanese cafes

Special sweets made with strawberries from Tochigi even have a sweet backstory.

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Switch 2 announced by Nintendo, wisely switches up very little【Video】

But there are still a few surprises and mysteries hiding in the evolutionary, not revolutionary, successor to Nintendo’s phenomenal hit.

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Japanese onsen hot spring comes with 99 types of soy sauce for visitors

All this awaits you on a short train ride from Tokyo.
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Did Mr. Sato just discover Japan’s longest bread?

And how do you even get it home in one piece?

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Ghibli komonoire are little pockets of the anime world for storing your tiny treasures【Photos】

The store calls them “accessory cases,” but they’ll hold whatever you want that fits inside.

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Starbucks releases a new Valentine’s Day Frappuccino in Japan, but is it worth the calories?

Chocolatey new beverage wants to seduce you, along with its hot partner.

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One of Japan’s craziest stores filled a swimming pool with used CDs【Photos】

Disk-aunt might have just the treasure you’ve been searching for, but you’re going to have to find it yourself.

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Dog-killing waves create spectacular views on this remote Japanese island

A dramatic local legend and fascinating rock formations make this island unforgettable.

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These nine Osaka restaurants are the newest to receive Michelin guide recommendations

Nine new restaurants make the list in west Japan’s biggest foodie town.

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Japanese convenience stores have tasty, diet-friendly meals, like these three under 500 calories

If you’ve gained some unintended weight over the holidays, believe it or not, Japanese convenience stores are a great place to start your diet.

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What happens when you leave a pair of jeans hanging in the Japanese mountains for seven months?

This idea stinks.

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Young Japanese adults show lowest dating experience level yet in annual survey

But just because they haven’t dated anyone yet doesn’t mean that don’t want to.

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Traveling with taste: Try one of Tokyo Station’s top ten ranked ekiben

Next time you’re passing through, keep an eye out for one of these station bento to treat yourself during your travels.

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