Respondents in the U.S., China, and four other countries’ top 10 answers included Pokémon, military leaders, and adult film actresses.
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27 years after the first 8-to-16-bit Nintendo video game migration, it might be time to do it all over again, so we called the company to see if they’d give us any more info.
You know things are getting serious when the lead singer of Echo & the Bunnymen throws in the towel.
Japanese tourists wearing everyday casual flu masks apparently caused upset amongst supermarket shoppers in British seaside town
This mesmerising video gives us a unique perspective of what it’s like to be a Japanese “hikikomori” social recluse.
It was also probably the slowest lap ever recorded on the notorious race track, but that’s understandable.
Amazon lists release date for hit Makoto Shinkai movie.
Already having made a substantial impact in France, the eccentric music of Les Romanesques is looking to break big in Japan.
Who needs a bouquet of roses when you can get a nod to this season’s biggest sports anime hit?
Millions of people have seen Makoto Shinkai’s newest anime, but no one’s heard it like this yet.
Because geisha and warriors are passé, we went to a photo shoot to look like figures of Hollywood’s golden age.
Sounds like the U.K. is getting its second Studio Ghibli anime-based stage production, and very soon.
This Chinese-German cosplayer is getting lots of love for her portrayal of some of the series’ less represented characters.




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Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
The best cosplayers from Day Two of the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival
What’s in Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2025?
Sanrio and magical girl anime PreCure join forces for new merch line【Photos】
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
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 teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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
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
The best cosplayers from Day Two of the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival
What’s in Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2025?
Sanrio and magical girl anime PreCure join forces for new merch line【Photos】
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
New Totoro merchandise combines cute anime with ancient Japanese pottery traditions
New retro museum in Tokyo is like a time portal back to the Showa era【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Zara’s new woven sandals resemble traditional Japanese footwear, turn heads in Japan
7-Eleven pancakes become a hit with American tourists in Japan
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry