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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Japan opens shrine for plush toys in Kyoto, offering memorial rites and a resting place for remains

A heartwarming way to say thank you to the plush toys you have loved, and who have loved you in return. 

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Foreign tourist arrested in Japan after drifting in museum parking lot[Video]

The Dumb and the Inconsiderate: Tochigi Drift.
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Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]

Starbucks Day Trip line gives each and every part of Japan a chance to shine.

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Enjoy the world’s oldest gyoza chain hidden just outside Shinjuku Station

Serving up dumplings with almost 200 years of Chinese history.

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Cheap Japanese sandwich hack: Popular cafe’s 21-cent white bread offcuts will really up your game

A smart way to beat rising prices and eat on the cheap like a local in Japan.

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Starbucks Japan sells Valencia Flavoured Syrup, and here are four ways to use it this summer

These syrups aren’t only designed for coffee.

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Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country

First increase to visa fees in nearly 50 years will affect some arriving foreigners more than others.

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Beat the heat with chilled Iekei ramen from Yokohama Iekei Ramen Ichikakuya

Eat big and eat light at the same time.

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Kits to make battle tops out of pure candy coming soon in Japan

If you’re going to play with your food, make it competitive.

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“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties

In-house expert Mr. TKG gives us his top three egg recommendations.

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Japanese merry-go-round has heartwarming backstory, is one of the best rides in Japan

The amusement park may have been demolished, but this ride lives on.

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7-Eleven Japan vs Family Mart: Who has the biggest convenience store cookie?

A cookie clash amongst convenience store chains. 

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