Japan (Page 1099)
In a society that prides itself on polite customer service, this ticket machine stands out for its hilariously impolite treatment of customers.
Fans of school uniforms and the animated film alike will love this comfortable sailor-style outfit.
Magnetic notices convey a very important message about your cats for when you’re not there to speak for them.
Whether you use them as a pouch or a makeup case, now you can carry a sweet little rabbit around with you wherever you go!
In this newly-released mobile romance app from Capcom, players must find clues to a crime by spying on an incarcerated mega-hottie with amnesia…
Do you dread the time the mic gets passed your way during Karaoke functions? We have the answer.
It might look like brand new technology, but this surprising system is on a train that’s been running for more than forty years.
What the heck is a ‘moon viewing’ burger? Why does McDonald’s Japan sell these lunar sandwiches at this time of year? Is it actually good? We solve all these riddles with this taste test!
The virtual birthday cards she’s been receiving online show the popular virtual idol in a number of poses and scenarios.
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Japan’s full-facemask Ninja Parka still lets you eat ice cream[Photos]
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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]- Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
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- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
- 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
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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Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
We asked our Japanese team of writers how they deal with seasonal allergies in Japan
McDonald’s Japan’s moon-viewing mochi pies are a little more westernized-tasting this year
Kyoto has had enough of rude tourists, created an infographic to show how to visit politely
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Shuko Chiichi restaurant in Tokyo boasts all-you-can-eat deep-fried chicken and other sides
Eat like a treacherous samurai! Kyoto restaurant recreates a real-life warlord’s favorite food
Turn a persimmon into a pudding with one simple ingredient
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
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