The conclusion of our slow-life adventure to Japan’s northernmost prefecture with trains, hot springs, and so muh delicious seafood.
September, 2018 (Page 6)
There are no rules that say a cat can’t play the drums, but these two definitely need a few more lessons before they go pro.
Shows up exactly seven and a half years after the tragic earthquake and tsunami in a town half-way across the country.
Norastyle’s new leaflet has the fall and winter looks that all farming fashionistas will want to sport. Agriculture never looked so attractive!
If cats are cute, and babies are cute, cats acting like babies must be just about the cutest thing ever, right?
Maybe they should stop worrying about what’s on TV, and start worrying about why their kids aren’t asleep, says critic of critics.
Buddha, president of the United States also explicitly recognized as potential characters in surprisingly wide-open competition.
A Japanese musician describes his delightfully surprising encounter with a fellow music and anime lover from Europe.
The crunch doesn’t just come from the ice in this dessert drink made with traditional Japanese imo kempi sweets.
Momoiro Clover Z supporter gets robbed by fellow fan for having an easy-to-crack ATM card code.
Totoro and Ponyo are waiting for you to eat them at this beautiful Hayao Miyazaki-endorsed cafe.
P.K. Sanjun takes a look at some of the common criteria used to define what makes a person “Japanese,” and whether they’ll still be used in the future.
Skip the Shinkansen and savor the journey with Japan’s ultra-affordable unlimited-use one-day rail passes.
A Twitter user made this startling discovery when their mother tossed a beloved cushion into the laundry.



















Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
Japanese government says country needs more women’s room toilets to meet modern society’s needs
Tokyo hotel asks guests to take their used toilet paper with them【Why Does Engrish Happen?】
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Blurring the bravery/stupidity line by taste-testing 16-year-old instant ramen 【Video】
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
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
Tokyo hotel asks guests to take their used toilet paper with them【Why Does Engrish Happen?】
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Blurring the bravery/stupidity line by taste-testing 16-year-old instant ramen 【Video】
Five types of foreigner you’ll meet in Japan
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Daiso creates its own collectible trading card game, and yes, the packs are just 100 yen【Video】