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Vacationing can be an expensive endeavor, so save a bit of yen by visiting these fantastic free locations!
It’s said that men and women see the world differently, so sometimes they draw it differently too.
The Japanese are known for being incredibly efficient, so you’d expect them to also have the most efficient gizmos. Today, we’re looking at eight Japanese gadgets that we’ve become so dependent on, we can’t live without them!
The Tenth International Manga Award submission period is open now. Gold and Silver Award winners will get a chance to visit Japan!
Keepin’ it neat and tidy…
The iconic split-toed tabi boot steps out of the ninja scene and into the world of sneakers in this roundup of awesome footwear designed for the street.
Japanese toilets continue to lead the way with a new range of beautifully decorative models.
Traditionally given as engagement gifts, this art form goes back for centuries, and even today is perfect for when a simple card just won’t do!
The Setouchi Triennale Art Festival takes place every three years on the art islands of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea–and this year is a festival year! Let’s check it out!
We visited a unique cafe in Omotesando that lets you whip up your own cup of matcha green tea—and have sweet cream-filled bread to go with it, too!
Plans to use traditional Japanese kintsugi techniques to make them look as good as new, or perhaps even better.
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Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
We found possibly the quietest Japanese-style hotel in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
Our Halloween hype explodes at Domino’s Japan with the reimagined Volcano Pizza
What happens when a guy goes to a Japanese women’s swimsuit store and asks for their best bikini?
Free bus tours of Japan’s famous “Disaster Prevention Underground Temple” underway
This gachapon capsule machine dispenses real Akoya pearls, with certificates of authenticity
Japan’s oldest largetooth sawfish in captivity back on display in Mie Prefecture
Studio Ghibli reveals real reason why Jiji stops talking at the end of Kiki’s Delivery Service
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
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Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements- Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
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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- Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
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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
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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
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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Free bus tours of Japan’s famous “Disaster Prevention Underground Temple” underway
This gachapon capsule machine dispenses real Akoya pearls, with certificates of authenticity
Japan’s oldest largetooth sawfish in captivity back on display in Mie Prefecture
Studio Ghibli reveals real reason why Jiji stops talking at the end of Kiki’s Delivery Service
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Limited edition “Spirited Away” Seiko watch is beautiful combination of technology and anime
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Japanese sweets artist makes incredible Pokémon cake for son’s birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Flipping genius? Japan is getting a new flip phone/smartphone hybrid【Photos】
Best breakfast in Akihabara? Might be the breakfast buffet at this “family restaurant”
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
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