July, 2017 (Page 11)
Two other Japanese cities join the capital in top 25 of international quality of life ranking.
Ramen chain is committed to stellar customer service through all parts of the digestive cycle.
A former best-selling variation of sushi has returned, but it might be difficult to catch.
The NHK special documentary follows Miyazaki as he comes out of retirement to work on his next projects.
Hokkaido-based cake artist draws on a wide variety of inspirations for jaw-dropping edible art.
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku takes time out from her busy schedule to sit down for some sweets in augmented reality event.
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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
Yokohama restaurant serves fried axolotl, along with giant isopod, camel, and crocodile
Foreign tourists spending at Japanese department stores dropping rapidly, study says
Continuing our tour of the best sushi in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market with Mr. Sato! (Part 2)
Dragon Quest Slime toys appear at McDonald’s Japan in crossover with Grimace and pals【Video】
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
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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
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen- Japanese woman mistaken for bear
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
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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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Dragon Quest Slime toys appear at McDonald’s Japan in crossover with Grimace and pals【Video】
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
New Evangelion short anime, written by Hideaki Anno, to have world premiere early next year
What’s the most satisfying part of Japan to visit? Japanese locals make a surprising pick【Survey】
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【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
We found a rare, true revolving sushi restaurant–and it reminded us why it’s so much fun
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