March, 2017 (Page 5)
Intricate process creates characters that look as cool now as they did in the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.
Veteran vocalist shows she can sing in English like nobody’s business in preview for Japanese release of animated musical Sing.
Prepaid tempura plan is totally the way to go, and even lets you choose fried chicken if that’s what your heart desires.
Tenya buries the lede (under other types of tempura) in its new “Bacon Chicken Tempura Bowl.”
The one store that sells these delectable treats is just as cute as the skewered pancakes themselves!
Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver accessory once again shows that Nintendo will not be rushed in showing its hand.
Patlabor’s Ingram is out on patrol.
Fans of Doraemon may want to check an unexpected spot for the newest Doraemon merchandise — their local McDonald’s branch!
Pop-up cafe caters to fans of mature aesthetics and sweet treats with customizable desserts served in cocktail glasses.
In always-efficient Japan, it took less than 10 seconds for someone to offer us a “no strings attached” meet-up at the terekura.
Just when you thought Japanese vending machines couldn’t get any more awesome, here comes an awesome-sounding dessert drink.
The significance of the event is being felt by everyone, even the workers who stopped to pose with photos of the mecha’s gigantic detached body parts.
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Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
AKB48 and Nogizaka46 songs to be played as subway train departure melodies in Tokyo
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
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- Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand- Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
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
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
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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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Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
AKB48 and Nogizaka46 songs to be played as subway train departure melodies in Tokyo
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Stunning hand-painted Pokémon cards that belong in every fan’s collection【Photos】
10 badass four-character phrases to add to your Japanese language toolkit
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo releases exclusive Christmas goods in Japan
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Japanese convenience store Family Mart adding crane games to thousands of branches
New Attack on Titan souvenir straps feature Colossal Titan at famous Japanese landmarks
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Test the depths of your knowledge of Japan with this snack pack
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