Japan is already one of the safest countries in the world for humans, and now it seems it’s about to get a lot safer for turtles too…
November, 2015 (Page 2)
Or should that be awesomely eerie?
What do you do when you want to draw a picture on your computer, but Paint just won’t cut it and you don’t have the money to invest in any software? You use Excel, of course!
In Tokyo, there’s a very special type of Starbucks that forgoes the usual green-and-white mermaid logo for more subdued, warm-brown hues. They also serve a variety of beers and wine sets paired with cheese or cake.
Like the boobs of its busty characters, the chances of a western release for video game Dead or Alive Xtreme 3 seem to be swaying back and forth.
That solid gold Millennium Puzzle may not be for sale, but fans of the popular card game anime franchise Yu-Gi-Oh! will probably enjoy this one more in the long-run—after all, it’s edible!
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Are you hosting a large event with lots of guests? Maybe it’s time to call in AI Samurai to help with crowd control!
Whether you’re a fan of anime or not, you’ll love Shinpu’s covers of Attack on Titan and Dragon Ball’s theme songs combining Japanese flutes, taiko, and even beatboxing.
Thousands paid their respect when Nintendo company president Satoru Iwata passed away in July, facing the brunt of typhoon at his service in Kyoto or leaving notes and letters at The Nintendo World Store in New York and the Nintendo headquarters in Redmond, Washington.
Japanese netizens are both creeped out and confused by this new Thanksgiving/Christmas emoji from Skype.
Once again, a popular anime has been turned into a work of traditional Japanese art — with vividly stunning results!
Japanese adult satellite network ERO24TV is currently donating money to an AIDS awareness charity based on how long you can keep your eyes closed in front of your monitor—they’re not going to make it easy though!


















Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Japan’s Hiepita forehead cooling strips, so popular they changed the language, are disappearing
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Record number of foreign children in Japan need help understanding Japanese in school
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Studio Ghibli mixes with sporty street styles of New Era to put No Face on your head in cap series
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Giant new nine-floor arcade opens in Tokyo, wants to welcome new and old games fans alike
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Record number of foreign children in Japan need help understanding Japanese in school
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Japan’s top 10 travel experiences in the sky【Survey】
Japanese grandmothers create “Monkey Busters” group, fight primates with airguns
Donuts with seaweed and soy sauce — Is Japan’s Mister Donut idea too Japanese for its own good?
Over 800 Studio Ghibli anime world paintings compiled in beautiful new hardcover art book【Pics】
Starbucks Japanese New Year’s Frappuccino: Too delicious to wait for January to drink【Taste test】
Life-size Mewtwo, graffiti Pikachu welcome us to the newest Pokémon Center megastore in Shibuya
Final Fantasy Chocobo and Dragon Quest Slime street sweets on sale in Tokyo【Taste test】
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships