Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
Audrey Akcasu
Mar 1, 2016
Just because you’re an alpaca, doesn’t mean you can’t have the hair and the attitude of a Shibuya bad-boy. Meet Nagasaki’s “Yankee Alpaca.”
Nagasaki Biopark has received a lot of attention over the past few years thanks to their Twitter and Vine accounts that share adorable and amusing videos of Japan’s favorite animals, like their mesmerizingly cute capybara.
But now there’s a new animal in the limelight: the alpaca.
Starbucks Japan releases the new Soupuccino, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Japan’s plus-sized idol singer group releases new video about the joys of eating【Video】
Here’s what to expect if it’s your first time seeing kabuki at Tokyo’s Kabuki-za Theater
Tokyo Station’s perfect breakfast spot might just be this izakaya Japanese-style pub
9+3=12? Nope, that’s wrong, says Japanese kid’s elementary school, thanks to “cherry calculation”
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Coffin meditation sessions being offered by Tokyo relaxation parlor
Sanrio brings some smiles to Evangelion with new collaboration merch line【Photos】
Entry to Tokyo’s Pokémon theme park zone has physical fitness requirement, will cost a lot
Kyoto restaurant only sells one dish, features mannequins and gets rave reviews!
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Tokyo Station’s ultra-rare cakes look, and taste, like a cup of coffee
Bear attack shelters going on sale in Japan as country experiences record-high number of incidentsEntry to Tokyo’s Pokémon theme park zone has physical fitness requirement, will cost a lot
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Why is Starbucks Japan’s Christmas stollen so good?
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
We zapped up some tasty hot sandwiches in the microwave with 3COINS’ new gadget from Japan
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collectionBrand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop isJapan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
Ghibli Museum clock is now yours to take home with you
Step into Japanese culture with Converse’s new Japan-exclusive shoes featuring gods, sushi style
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
Trick or treat? Capybaras at Nagasaki Biopark devour jack-o’-lantern in fun new video
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