Ministry of Justice proposal aims to let foreign students stay in Japan after they finish school and work their way up the professional ladder.
September, 2018 (Page 7)
Sadly, quintessential anime scenes of rooftop swimming classes may be coming to an end soon.
Modern conveniences are returning to parts of Hokkaido, but there’s still much to be done.
The young girl with a voice to rival legendary singers has perfected the art of singing in English–a language she doesn’t even speak.
Jewelry chain Cartier hopes to make you value the ordinary by displaying their famous Juste en Clou line in the same way as cup ramen and magazines.
Conan and his team packed in as much of Tokyo as possible during the final days of their Japanese trip.
Enako’s popularity, and profits, continue to grow as fans form their longest line ever to buy her photo albums.
Got some leftover change after a day of pop culture treasure-hunting? Then this JR station has a vending machine you’ll want to check out.
Hanazono University hopes you’re never too old to get a bachelor’s in clinical psychology.
This would have been supremely cool if it wasn’t for the fact that it would also cause chaos on roads.
West tells everyone he’s “creating the convenience of the future” and posts 30 mysterious photos of Japanese shopping spree.
Rice is part of almost every traditional Japanese meal, but should the rest of the meal be part of the rice?


















Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
Peko-chan Milky Time Cafe opens in Chiba and we go to check out all of the pastries and merch
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
How much is Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated currency calculator worth in yen?
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Studio Ghibli adds new anime tumblers to its cool streetwear brand in Japan
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
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
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
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
How much is Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated currency calculator worth in yen?
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Studio Ghibli adds new anime tumblers to its cool streetwear brand in Japan
We asked our Japanese team of writers how they deal with seasonal allergies in Japan
TeamLab Planets: Walk up a waterfall and catch koi fish at new digital art museum in Tokyo
Starbucks x Peanuts collaboration brings Joe Kind Snoopy to Japan with exclusive drinks and goods
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
Create your own Sailor Moon heroines with the awesome Sailor Senshi Maker
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo