May, 2025 (Page 5)
J-pop mega star returns to the biggest hit of her career as an adult, with some help from a special musical partner from her past.
Once again, foreign nationals need help after taking the risks of mountain hiking too lightly.
Studio Ghibli anime to stream online in Japan for first time ever, but not from any deal with Ghibli
Netflix Japan will be the first service to stream Ghibli anime online in Japan, but the debut won’t be a tale of whimsical adventures.
Landmark of the sweets and movie world sets up its colossal donut sign in Shibuya Ward, and we stop by for several bites to eat.
Producers update statement to hide by-name mention of the hotly anticipated sequel for Nintendo’s hero, but the name they let slip makes a lot of sense.
We stumble upon a sweet surprise while shopping and naturally have to try out the new finds for ourselves.
Today in the SoraKitchen, we push the melon bread envelope with melon bread filled with onigiri, mochi, and even ramem.
This new line of displayable toys looks like a raw deal for sushi enthusiasts, but in a good way.
Fireflies get an early start in one of the only places where they can be seen in the city center.
Beef cutlet chain’s policy attracting a new wave of attention as inbound foreign tourist numbers and consumer prices continue to rise.
Less than an hour from downtown Tokyo, this neighborhood with a rich bonsai history is a beautiful spot for a little miniature tranquility.
Pokémon Ditto Cup uses Transform to turn into jiggly gelatin, rice, sand, and infinite possibilities
Studio Ghibli theme park schedules a pair of anime from the legendary director for fans to see this summer.
With negative reviews flying about, we took it upon ourselves to discover the truth about this much maligned bathhouse.
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Buy a Japanese ambulance, pachinko machine or samurai sword at this government auction site
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Pokémon Lego kits are finally on their way!【Photos】
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Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】- Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】- Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
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- Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
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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
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 drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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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Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
Creating an open-air hot spring bath (without a hot spring) at our cheap Japanese country house【Vids】
Pokémon Lego kits are finally on their way!【Photos】
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Don’t forget that the best convenience store in northern Japan has branches farther south too
Bad weather ruined your chance to see Mt. Fuji? This Japanese hotel will give you a free room
Totoro gamaguchi pouches will hold whatever you want them to, but already captured our heart
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
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Danso revolution! 10 ways to experience crossdressing culture in Tokyo
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