In a society that prides itself on polite customer service, this ticket machine stands out for its hilariously impolite treatment of customers.
Oona McGee
Half-Japanese Oona McGee hails from Sydney, Australia, where she worked as a journalist and copywriter before making the move to Japan over a decade ago. Now she spends her days exploring the streets of Tokyo with her laptop and camera, always in search of new cafes, restaurants, events and stories to share with our readers. As an experienced food and travel reporter, Oona has travelled extensively through all 47 prefectures of Japan, and is constantly researching new destinations and drawing up itineraries for her next adventure.
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Whether you use them as a pouch or a makeup case, now you can carry a sweet little rabbit around with you wherever you go!
It might look like brand new technology, but this surprising system is on a train that’s been running for more than forty years.
The virtual birthday cards she’s been receiving online show the popular virtual idol in a number of poses and scenarios.
Not only do they look cute, they also feature a clever tie design that’s been used in traditional Japanese furoshiki textile art for centuries.
The flavour is so delectable it ranks in the top three favourites for Japanese ice cream lovers.
With their cute sets of extra paws, these hilarious cats look like furry catbuses come to life!
Check out Hatsune Miku showing off her shiny tresses without her signature twin tail hairstyle.
Japanese Twitter users are weighing in with their thoughts on the two new limited edition items.
The unaccompanied kitten is winning hearts for looking just like Jiji, the cat from Kiki’s Delivery Service, out on a magical errand.
The crowdfunding project has received huge support to assist new talent, who start out in the industry on notoriously low wages.
The Pikashoe is one of more than a hundred creatures currently being captured in the colourful sneaker Pokédex.
Tokyo’s Yamanote Line was suspended for hours in both directions today due to the incident.
A number of impressive details hidden within the image has made fans go crazy for this limited-edition print.
Meet Tona, the little animal who’s charming the Internet by hiding inside its owner’s stuffed toy collection.
The champion player shows off champion poses that set off a trending hashtag on Twitter in Japan.
Complete with a touch panel ordering system, unusual menu items, and jet take-off sounds, this new restaurant is set to change the way we enjoy grilled meat forever!
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