Japan (Page 102)
Soba restaurant chain’s claim leads us to cross the standard line of where tempura is supposed to go.
A visit to the Studio Ghibli amusement park just got easier to fit into your schedule and budget.
We find out which spray is best for protecting ourselves and learn a valuable lesson about wind direction.
Unco Inc.’s bundle includes a card that could come in very handy in certain circumstances.
Japanese NBA player collaborates on design that features another symbol of good luck besides sakura.
Beautiful display of Japanese care and attention brings warmth to this snowy tourist site.
This lucky bag was the perfect example of how the annual New Year’s deal can truly expand your horizons–not to mention, your soup skills.
Police arrest man who apparently traveled half-way across the country to kill a rabbit with his foot.
The fun starts at the front desk, but it’s time to find out how far the weirdness extends through the hotel.
Fire breaks out at Osaka arcade popular with foreign tourists, motorcycle in building may have made situation worse.
They don’t come with a toy, but Pokémon Trainers will receive something they’ll probably like even more.
Aquarium won’t have real visitors for several months, but in the meantime this fish has some cardboard ones.




















The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Starbucks Japan’s Cream Puff Frappuccino is here! Did it make Friday the 13th lucky? [Taste test]
Sushi Push Pops aiming to be Japan’s newest sakura season snack sensation
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
The old-school awesomeness of the New Akao, a Showa-era hot spring hotel still standing tall
Giant Clodsire Pokémon plushie comes with up to 32 Woopers in super size, super cute set【Pics】
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
The old-school awesomeness of the New Akao, a Showa-era hot spring hotel still standing tall
Giant Clodsire Pokémon plushie comes with up to 32 Woopers in super size, super cute set【Pics】
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
Grab a chocolate chili mustard hotdog at Salon du Chocolat this month!
Psychological horror anime gets new T-shirt line, and even the fabric is meant to be unsettling
Japanese publisher sparks backlash over plan to have anime voice actresses pose for bikini photos
Line up in the hall, open your shirts, show your bras – Real instructions from one Japanese school
Kimono with sneakers? Why not, says Osaka fashion retailer 【Photos】