August, 2017 (Page 6)
Wall mural of brave squad leader, and ladies’ favourite, Captain Levi proved irresistible for one lipstick-wearing fan.
From nearly 20 meters above the ground, the Unicorn Gundam looks out over Tokyo.
Adorably awesome but timid prankster stalks cosplayers, with musical accompaniment, at Indiana’s Indy PopCon.
Coffeehouse chalkboard encourages customers to think about situations in coffee-growing regions of the world.
Kodo drummers help modern technology blend with one of Japan’s most traditional instruments.
Pair perfectly recreates look of the human stars of the beloved Studio Ghibli anime.


















You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan named most sleep-deprived country for fourth year in a row, according to survey
A month and a half later, how is Seiji’s hair doing after his hair transplant surgery?
What is Teru Teru Bozu? The tragic history behind the Japanese fine weather doll
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
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]
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
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
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan named most sleep-deprived country for fourth year in a row, according to survey
A month and a half later, how is Seiji’s hair doing after his hair transplant surgery?
What is Teru Teru Bozu? The tragic history behind the Japanese fine weather doll
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Cute 13yo Thai-German talent speaks five languages and sings with the best of them
Tokyo store that only sells black shirts sheds light on why it’s opening mid-pandemic
This is the one and only kakuni pork bowl restaurant in Tokyo, and it’s amazing
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Studio Ghibli letter sheds new light on Spirited Away mysteries
What’s Your National Stereotype? Japanese Sinking Ship Joke Has Got You Pegged