March, 2016 (Page 18)
Because there’s no better way to welcome spring than with a sweet serving of sakura and matcha.
Google Maps gives the world an opportunity to see how far the people of Tohoku have come since a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami turned their lives upside-down.
Amid tension between countries in East Asia, techno dance group World Order travels to China to promote their message of peace in their latest music video.
Really, did you think we were going to go to the trouble of making an adorable bear suit and not show it off at our local coffeehouse?
Figurines, game kits, placemats and a specially marked fried chicken bucket are coming to KFC stores this spring.
France-based Japanese composer, writer and director Hitonari Suji recently revealed that broadcasts of the much-loved anime Doraemon are “banned” in France for fears it would stunt children’s emotional growth.
By now we’re all well aware that guys can make cute girls, but can a girl make a badass guy?
Further proof that the company’s 16-bit console was one of the best-looking systems ever made.
To celebrate its 20th anniversary this year, the Cardcaptor Sakura franchise is getting a new manga, including a bunch of other tie-in goodies and events this year you don’t want to miss!
Moms are the best, especially when you make an off-hand comment asking them for something and they turn around and give you pure awesomeness.
If you’ve ever wanted to swim with whale sharks but weren’t sure if it’s an eco-friendly idea or not, then this article is for you.
Equipped with a range of sensors and motion detectors, the Dendama looks set to bring this classic toy into the 21st century.



















New Square Enix Cafe reveals Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, Nier, and Fullmetal Alchemist menu items
Family Mart commits “reverse fraud” in new Giant All-Star Festival, and we couldn’t be happier
Burger King Japan offering all-you-can-eat quad-burgers, whoever eats the most gets more in December
7-Eleven Japan releases a chocolate chip sandwich… that tastes like ice cream
Starbucks adds new Fruit Gummy sweets to stores in Japan
Pump yourself up with Yokohama’s new extravagant Cool Fuel ice cream
Shakey’s Japan creates matcha mochi, Kyoto fish, and Kansai Chili Con Carne pizzas
New Tokyo sweets shop offers 648 different mochi ice cream dumpling combinations
Godiva melts minds by releasing a new corn chocolate drink in Japan
Trigun Legacy Cafe coming to two Japanese cities this summer to salute series’ original form
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Ghibli’s No Face continues to demonstrate his generous character growth by dispensing soy sauce
Japanese rice cooker recipe gives us a tasty new way to enjoy vegetables and wieners
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show
Colour Hunting: The hot new street photography trend changing how we see Japan
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Japanese convenience store Lawson launches new “mini supermarket” chain, L Minimart
Japan’s real-world Pokémon hot spring’s first photos are here![Photos]
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Pump yourself up with Yokohama’s new extravagant Cool Fuel ice cream
Shakey’s Japan creates matcha mochi, Kyoto fish, and Kansai Chili Con Carne pizzas
New Tokyo sweets shop offers 648 different mochi ice cream dumpling combinations
Godiva melts minds by releasing a new corn chocolate drink in Japan
Trigun Legacy Cafe coming to two Japanese cities this summer to salute series’ original form
Ghibli’s No Face continues to demonstrate his generous character growth by dispensing soy sauce
Starbucks Japan releases new “torori” drinks exclusive to 7-Eleven convenience stores
This shop combines traditional Japanese sweets with…mayonnaise?!?[Taste test]
Shinto shrine’s night sky firefly sweets are Japan’s newest breathtaking, mouthwatering desserts.
Gun found in Japanese convenience store restroom, traced to forgetful on-duty cop
Body of missing American college student found in Kyoto mountains
East Japan Railway announces plans to abolish magnetic-strip tickets
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Retro fashion magazines from Tokyo’s street market remind Mr. Sato of a special gift from his dad