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.
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A recent video of a maiko being chased by a tourist in Gion proves why the ban is necessary.
Moses was the first person to sell kebabs in Japan, and you can buy them in Shibuya until three in the morning.
Testing the highest-quality earphones from Daiso and the rest of Japan’s lowest-priced stores.
The standard version was a hit with our taste-tester, but how will this new no-sugar version perform?
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Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
We try all-you-can-eat raw eggs for 730 yen, turns out to be way better than it sounds
Cheese & Pizza chocolate!? We force-feed our coworkers the weirdest Japanese snack ever
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Coca-Cola gears up for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with crazy tall vending machine in Japan
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
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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
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
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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]
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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)
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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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We try all-you-can-eat raw eggs for 730 yen, turns out to be way better than it sounds
Cheese & Pizza chocolate!? We force-feed our coworkers the weirdest Japanese snack ever
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Coca-Cola gears up for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with crazy tall vending machine in Japan
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Temptations of smartphones, high-calorie foods mean no new horse racing jockeys for Japan next year
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Private teleworking booths–how much work can you get done in one? We test it out
The mystery of the phantom “sake pass card” at Japanese alcohol vending machines
Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of Tokyo
Japan super budget dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at sushi restaurant Sushiro?
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