SoraNews24
SoraNews24 is a Tokyo-based news site. In 2008, our sister site, RocketNews24 published its first Japanese-language article, and two years later came the start of our English site, which originally existed exclusively to translate articles from our Japanese colleagues. Over time we’ve expanded the amount of English-language content we produce while maintaining a focus on fun, weird, and intriguing news from Asia, particularly Japan.
Posted by SoraNews24 (Page 19)
After going to all the trouble to raise you, doesn’t Dad probably need more than just a six-pack?
Ship’s amenities include an onboard Japanese-style bath with a view of the Seto Inland Sea.
Decision comes days after tennis star says she would not speak with reporters during event.
Japanese AV star models the flesh-revealing sweater for a real virgin to test its deadly powers.
Pssst, Nestlé — that character’s not Japanese and you’re playing into problematic Asian stereotypes.
China starts another Twitter war, this time fanning the flames between Japan and American relations.
Naoko Ken was the Japanese-dub voice actress for this classic antagonist, and she shows she can look the part too.
A reminder that for all the people who hate, there are many more willing to love and protect.
Encounter with foreigners leads woman to realise she’s from “a sexually underdeveloped country”.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
New Whisper of the Heart antique shop collectibles now available in Donguri Kyowakoku shops
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Teen sushi terrorist’s Sushiro lawsuit could go up to 160 million yen
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Welcome to Japan’s smallest natural mountain, where you get a climbing certificate at the summit
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Weekly
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
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]
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
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Monthly
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026- 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
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Yearly
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Teen sushi terrorist’s Sushiro lawsuit could go up to 160 million yen
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Welcome to Japan’s smallest natural mountain, where you get a climbing certificate at the summit
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Which sauce goes best with the new shrimp nuggets from McDonald’s Japan?
Which Studio Ghibli house would you most like to live in?
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Aoshima Island has 100 cats, and we photographed almost all of them
Our 7 best conveyor-belt sushi restaurants in Sapporo
-
