February, 2026 (Page 6)
The Minato Mirai neighborhood is looking extra futuristic with Eva light-up and fireworks.
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Ellen-sensei is the latest otaku spokesperson for McDonald’s, but there’s one organization she’d never endorse.
In-home trespassing, public urination, and other bad manners bring an end to a local tradition.
The fate of the first to board has long been a problem in Japan, but this could be the solution.
We investigate whether now is a good time to grab some beef cutlets in a popular tourist area of Tokyo.
Some employers want to flip the script to indirectly get rid of workers they don’t want, company says.
This gigantic judo dojo-sized hotel room will make you feel like royalty, but it’s disappearing soon
There’s plenty of space to stretch out, but not much time to spare if you want to have this unique Japan travel experience.
Mr. Sato dreams up an innovative way to ensure good luck and give yourself an excuse to eat fried chicken.
The return of the sakura and the arrival of sakura beer are both annual events, but their timing doesn’t have to match.
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
We eat at three Japanese family restaurants to find the one with the best-value breakfast
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Samurai luxury — Renovated 400-year-old ryokan near Chiba’s coast can be yours to rent【Photos】
How to make a spicy chicken katsudon in just three minutes【SoraKitchen】
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
Tokyo’s amazing 2D Cafe looks like an illustration, but it’s an actual restaurant you can eat in!
Weekly
- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor- Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
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- Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
- Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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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
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
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Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Samurai luxury — Renovated 400-year-old ryokan near Chiba’s coast can be yours to rent【Photos】
How to make a spicy chicken katsudon in just three minutes【SoraKitchen】
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
Tokyo’s amazing 2D Cafe looks like an illustration, but it’s an actual restaurant you can eat in!
Hello Kitty collab with coffee shop Doutor offering tasty, kawaii treats, limited-edition goods
Major Tokyo train line stopped for one hour as passenger gets own head stuck under seat
Starbucks Japan unveils epic Frappuccino hunt with five to find in new Star birthday campaign
The 10 most attractive Japanese women’s names, as chosen by dating app users
Chrono Trigger comes to Japan’s capsule toy gacha machines
Learn how to crush walnuts with your butt from Japan’s Guinness World Record holder【Video】
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Soon you’ll be able to snore away on your very own Snorlax Pokémon bed
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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