July, 2019 (Page 7)
Local merchants, and their noses, are offended by the months-long string of piles of vandalism in Japan’s otaku mecca.
Princess dresses, colorful dresses, short dresses…you’ll definitely find something to suit your style from her collections!
Gentle giant Pokémon is helping prefecture damaged in Tohoku earthquake and tsunami recover.
Says being unable to sleep is “a matter of course” and “people who can easily forgive themselves don’t do very good work.”
The host now known as Phoenix Luna has figuratively risen from near death in Tokyo not much worse for wear.
Rise and shine for this spread of delicious regional specialties and locally grown vegetables that’s offered to hotel guests and non-guests alike.
Just because Kyoto is always a popular place to visit doesn’t mean it always has to be expensive.
Mom has no fear, plenty of rhythm.
After being away from the spotlight for a few years, the busty star wants to regain her physique.
Both original version and upcoming remake are featured in musical salute to the definitive CD-based RPG video game.
Man is the first person to be arrested on this charge after laws against modding were revised in November
Stylish dynamic performance by members of the marching band and dancing club is truly worthy of a Disney production.



















Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Bamboo trees vandalized near Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari shrine, foreign graffiti prevalent
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Japanese shiitake mushroom snacks from Don Quijote, created for people who don’t like mushrooms
New Jimmy Choo x Sailor Moon collaboration brings anime magic to bags, shoes and accessories
Starbucks Japan releases custom tumblers…that wear aprons
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
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’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
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
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
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Japanese shiitake mushroom snacks from Don Quijote, created for people who don’t like mushrooms
New Jimmy Choo x Sailor Moon collaboration brings anime magic to bags, shoes and accessories
Starbucks Japan releases custom tumblers…that wear aprons
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
Harajuku’s new permanent Tamagotchi shop is filled with cuteness and a surprising lack of poop
Fill Your Sandwich with Potato Salad or Shrimp at Subway in Japan【You, Me, And A Tanuki】
Iwami in Tottori Prefecture is now offering a Free!/High Speed! anime tie-in location map guide
Hairstyles from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures no less unusual in real life
Traditional Japanese candy gets fancy: Konpeito comes in wine, chocolate, and green tea varieties
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Japan’s Valentine’s Day gets extra cute with the return of KitKat Heartful Bear【Photos】