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.



















Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Act of Japanese kindness touches one man’s heart, provides hope for elevator etiquette
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Naruto jerseys coming to Major Leage Baseball theme nights, Hello Kitty to take over a field
Demon Slayer anime studio creates crossover video with Major League Baseball【Video】
26 Amazing Things About Japanese Budget Hotels
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Naruto jerseys coming to Major Leage Baseball theme nights, Hello Kitty to take over a field
Demon Slayer anime studio creates crossover video with Major League Baseball【Video】
26 Amazing Things About Japanese Budget Hotels
This sushi restaurant’s take-home temakizushi set is insanely satisfying for a great price
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Private booths are coming to Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains even sooner than we’d thought【Video】
Is the new Shinkansen Train Desk ticket worth it?
The top 10 poses trending with Japanese teens, as demonstrated by a couple of ossan
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Private teleworking booths–how much work can you get done in one? We test it out
Kyoto shrine holding beautiful after-dark cherry blossom event this spring
University library in Tokyo may be world’s coolest with its “floating” meeting rooms【Pics】