August, 2016 (Page 17)
The kitchen is the heart of the house, but don’t worry. This one only looks like it’s covered in blood.
This cat’s hilariously well-timed, meow-filled responses are convincing the world he understands Japanese!
Kirito and his fellow virtual reality adventurers to be portrayed by real-world actors.
Exeggutor turns into a tall palm tree for the new Pokémon Sun and Moon games and fans have wasted no time in making fun of him with a slew of hilarious memes!
My entries for the “Top 10 most irritating Japanese borrowed words” weren’t irritating enough for some people – so I’ve formulated a part two (“tsuu”) with your help!
Non-Japanese applicants also being accepted for unique housing program from interior goods brand Mujirushi.
Godzilla is following Dragon Ball Z and Evangelion with a multi-sensory theater attraction at Universal Studios Japan.
Best of all, you can fold your own for just a couple of bucks.
They won’t help you talk with other Sailor Senshi, but your lips will look and feel fantastic.
With Nintendo’s Classic Mini system filling fans with nostalgic euphoria, Sega couldn’t help cutting in on the action a few weeks later with their own mini system based on the Mega Drive (a.k.a. Genesis), preloaded with games but also allowing other cartridges to be plugged in.
Come with us as we introduce you to ten weird and wonderful mixed-breed Pokémon making trainers laugh around the country.
While the world searches for the elusive Pokémon in the game, Ditto has transformed himself into a giant pillow for fans in Japan.
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Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Why you shouldn’t call this food “Hiroshimayaki” if you’re talking to people from Hiroshima
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
The top five best multiple-hot-spring hotels in all of Japan
Continuing our tour of the best sushi in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market with Mr. Sato! (Part 2)
Oscar-winning screenwriter Roger Avary on KonoSuba movie: “It’s the reason cinema was invented”
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Final Fantasy and Shinkansen announce collaboration with in-train audio play, SD art and merch
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Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】- Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
- Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes- 7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen- Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area- Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
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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
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
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Continuing our tour of the best sushi in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market with Mr. Sato! (Part 2)
Oscar-winning screenwriter Roger Avary on KonoSuba movie: “It’s the reason cinema was invented”
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Final Fantasy and Shinkansen announce collaboration with in-train audio play, SD art and merch
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Mom makes authentic-looking Recon Corps uniform for baby daughter, Colossal Titan mask for herself
Why do seats at some Japanese station platforms face away from the trains?
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
We take a trip to Japan’s Lovot robot cafe, cuddle with a bot and learn how to love
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