The conditions are just right to surround Takeda Castle with a sea of clouds.
November, 2016 (Page 10)
This Culture Day, our reporter Yuichiro Wasai went straight to Fuchu Prison. He did not pass Go. He did not collect 200 dollars.
Hillary Clinton shows off 3-D maneuver gear prowess.
Ukiyo-e master Hokusai’s iconic seascape is now appearing on eligible motor vehicles in the capital.
From well-known tourist spots to more obscure sites and mysterious activities, this beautiful new video will make you want to pack your bags and head to Japan!
Made with techniques known to only three living craftsmen.
Our Japanese correspondent in Fukuoka brings us the latest images from the scene of the road collapse that occurred on the island of Kyushu.
21 years after the original, Scarlett Johansson tries her hand at one the most legendary fights in Japanese animation history.
Pikachu is ready to help you ring in the new year with 24 auspicious dishes served inside a giant Poké Ball!
One other Sega franchise will join Sonic on the special train, which will be in service in Tokyo for one month.
Dramatic photos show the extent of the damage that occurred in the early hours of this morning.
Mickey and Minnie have been turned into sweet Japanese confections this winter, and one thing’s for sure: they’re way too adorable!

















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Okinawa soul food: We try the most epic pork and egg onigiri rice balls in Japan
Posthumous “Gwegh, I’m deadngo” tweet sparks nationwide cancer awareness movement in Japan
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
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】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Okinawa soul food: We try the most epic pork and egg onigiri rice balls in Japan
Posthumous “Gwegh, I’m deadngo” tweet sparks nationwide cancer awareness movement in Japan
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Do people in Kyoto really stand to the right on escalators?
Exeggutor airplanes taking off from Solaseed Air in Miyazaki Prefecture, other Pokémon tag along
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]