Makers of the sailor bikini are back to prove one-piece swimwear can still be daringly sexy.
April, 2018 (Page 2)
New father makes mental note of the economic upside of breastfeeding, passes those savings on to his beloved wife.
Some say the Pokémon GO craze is over, but the bond between true lovers is eternal (and in this case kind of weird).
The story of the man who brought us Pikachu and countless other fantastical creatures to feature in an educational manga next month.
A trick of the light has Japanese social media checking every crane game for evil apparitions.
Hardcore cosplayers make their own costumes, and for Reika Saiki, that includes building her body to get Chun-Li’s thighs.
The next new trend for gourmets is green tea pastes, in four differently coloured tea varieties.
After a dozen years waiting, fans have a chance to see the Kingdom Hearts/Evangelion singer live, plus a way to boost their odds of getting tickets.
Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke monsters, and a building marked “Cat Bus” have fans more excited than ever about Ghibli Park.
Told junior high student who wanted to run away he’d pick her up, and also “Bring your school uniform.”
The newest instalment of Sanrio’s yearly horror night has a special twist, and covering your eyes won’t help you!
The top 21 flavours, tallied from votes around the world, include Wasabi Cheese, Fresh Ginger, and Pearl.
The manga’s low sales may be yet another symptom of the failing manga industry, though some netizens think otherwise.
As Space World becomes a part of the past, the park’s remains are starting to look like part of an apocalyptic future.
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Nagoya’s dark-red miso has continued to capture tastebuds for generations
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
Japanese monkey-hunting team shoots woman with tranquilizer dart
Totoro embroidered bags and pouches are as fluffy and cute as the Ghibli star himself【Photos】
Six new Sailor Moon cafes to be open simultaneously in Japan this fall!【Photos】
We found possibly the quietest Japanese-style hotel in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japan’s oldest largetooth sawfish in captivity back on display in Mie Prefecture
What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at the Seria 100-yen chainstore in Japan?
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Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements- 7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
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7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches- Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
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- Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
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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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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We found possibly the quietest Japanese-style hotel in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japan’s oldest largetooth sawfish in captivity back on display in Mie Prefecture
What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at the Seria 100-yen chainstore in Japan?
Tokyo Disneyland’s Space Mountain is now closed
Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is “graduating”/being laid off
Japanese town suing resident for being a jerk
We take a ride on Seibu Railway’s futuristic luxury liner: the Limited Express Laview
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