Will the fact that they’re perpetually soft boost or hinder sales?
December, 2015 (Page 17)
There’s a new megaphone in the works that can translate the speaker’s message into three languages—and people in Japan can’t get over how ‘Doraemon’ the whole thing is.
Next year will mark the 20th anniversary of the popular Detective Conan anime franchise, and details on the upcoming 20th film of the series are gradually being revealed!
The legendary California burger joint says it will open its first Japan location in March 2016, to the delight of Tokyo expats and Japanese alike.
We’ve showcased a number of calming videos featuring traditional craftsmen at work, but this clip has the added bonus of suspense.
In a short, short time from now, this awesome Star Wars lantern could be in a room very, very close to you.
What kind of training do aspiring voice actors undergo before debuting as pros in Japan? We took a trip to a Tokyo voice acting academy to find out!
Video game localization company Sekai Project explained to the Hardcore Gamer website its reasons for removing DEADFACTORY’s Yohjo Simulator game from Steam on November 20.
A mystery Naruto countdown page has recently appeared on Weekly Shonen Jump magazine’s website, but scant details are leaving fans guessing as to what exactly it means!
After reading this adorable comic, you may never be able to look at the humble koala in the same way ever again–but you’ll love them even more!
Multiple choice tests were already annoying enough; let’s see the Scantron machine scan this answer sheet.
Split-second timing leads to amazing results when photographing the alley cats of Japan.
Chiong. Heng. Gostun. Don’t know these words? Then pay attention to these videos and learn some Singaporean English.
One city in Gifu is trying to put a little bounce into its local tourism by using Kocho, the top-heavy character from No-Rin, on its promotional media.
















Family Mart ups its convenience store food game with special burger from beef bowl chain Matsuya
Japan’s craziest burger chain takes menchi katsu to new extreme levels
Turn an ordinary pudding cup into gourmet crème brûlée with this awesome trick from Japan【Video】
Sailor Moon Wedding Dress Collection lets you dress like Usagi, Tuxedo Mask as you say I do【Pics】
Can we be just like Shohei Ohtani on a budget with a Hello Kitty cap?
Take a look inside the Future Train, a unique new restaurant diner and cafe in Kyoto
7-Eleven Japan’s sakura sweets season is underway right now!
Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
KFC becomes KFCheese with new pie and raclette “drowning” burger in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 1]
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Japan has only one airport named after a samurai, so let’s check out Kochi Ryoma【Photos】
Japanese drugstore sells onigiri at pre-stupid era prices, but how do they compare to 7-Eleven?
Adorable Totoro acorn key holders come with a special guest hidden inside[Photos]
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Take a look inside the Future Train, a unique new restaurant diner and cafe in Kyoto
7-Eleven Japan’s sakura sweets season is underway right now!
Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
KFC becomes KFCheese with new pie and raclette “drowning” burger in Japan
Eight things people realized were pointless about Japanese work culture during 2020
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
What is Teru Teru Bozu? The tragic history behind the Japanese fine weather doll
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Secretive Ghibli Museum starts video diary to give glimpse inside anime attraction【Videos】
Japanese drugstore sells onigiri at pre-stupid era prices, but how do they compare to 7-Eleven?
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Kyoto experiencing problems with foreign tourists not paying for bus fares, but not on purpose
The fish in rural Fukui that rivals Japan’s most auspicious sea bream