The first-edition Pokémon Trading Card Game cards might be getting a 21st century reprint, but maybe you should save some of your cash for one with a gorgeous, hand-painted background instead.
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We go hands-on with this new “streaking” game and risk being added to some sort of police watch list, so you don’t have to!
We’ve seen loads of Sailor Moon fan artwork over the years, but these pieces by Chinese artist Sunmomo are some of the most ethereal-looking by far.
Chinese website bilibili recently took a reader poll to find the most “moe” characters of 2015. Not only was the competition fierce, but the “cute dudes” top 8 was extremely surprising.
Osaka once housed this modern walled neighborhood, presumably constructed to keep attacking Titans out. Or are we missing something here?
Photos taken in Antarctica by digital artist and astrophotographer KAGAYA have been getting lots of love on the Japanese internet—and we can certainly see why!
Who was chosen to voice the Monkey King in the Japanese-language version of League of Legends? His voice sounds oddly familiar…we’re just Saiyan’.
The new year may have already begun according to the calendar, but it hasn’t really started until you see this video!
Coming of Age day is a huge deal for young adults in Japan, which means insane clothes, cars, and…bungie jumping?
Famed Ghibli character apparently couldn’t cut it making movies, seems to have resorted to busking to get by.
Tired of Apple’s standard apps clogging up your iPhone or iPad screen? This simple workaround can help!
Cats have no problem sniffing each other’s butts…but this one found an entirely unpleasant surprise!
Even if you haven’t caught Star Wars: The Force Awakens yet, you’ve probably heard about Commander of the First Order Kylo Ren. And his temper…
Ronaldo might be an amazing player, but we’d like to see him try playing in the clothes of classical Japanese aristocrats.
If you’re a history buff, or time traveler, this could come in handy.
Autobot world leaders…roll out!
Responsible for the Rurouni Kenshin musical and a musical memorial for Shakespeare, Takarazuka will bring an American president to the stage.
Hayao Miyazaki is responsible for one of the biggest social media trends in the world, but one of his closest associates says the legendary anime director doesn’t know about it.
















Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
Expo 2025 mascot Myaku-Myaku to release tastefully erotic photo book
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki releases new artworks, still wants to make movies
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Coca-Cola Japan unveils new sakura design bottle for cherry blossom season 2019
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
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
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
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Coca-Cola Japan unveils new sakura design bottle for cherry blossom season 2019
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Japanese government says country needs more women’s room toilets to meet modern society’s needs
Peko-chan Milky Time Cafe opens in Chiba and we go to check out all of the pastries and merch
Original McDonald’s character Speedee makes a comeback in Japan
Updated cherry blossom forecast moves up blooming date, predicts sakura season start for Ueno Park
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Over four billion yen in lost cash was found in Tokyo last year, setting new record
Every Japanese pro baseball team to play with Mario question block bases once this year
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
We visit Evangelion’s real-life Village-3, a hidden gem where time has stopped【Photos】