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Japan (Page 1175)
Seattle-based chain adapts to Kyoto style with summertime seats that offer a taste of traditional culture as you sip your coffee.
This recent video of some skillful biking based on an anime character’s special cycling technique has already been retweeted over 61,000 times.
Having a rough day? Then sit back, relax, and watch this quiet video of someone expertly crafting tiny cup ramen noodles.
The unique creations include a cat-faced keyhole design that comes to life on the bride’s wedding day.
Who hasn’t been fascinated by the ninja and their legendary skills? Well, this special ninja exhibit should certainly help you learn more about their mysterious world!
Ever wondered what Munch’s The Scream or Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring might look like if done in modern day Japan? If so, then this book is for you!
With lanterns, cocktails and one thousand unusual goldfish, this is the coolest place to hang out in your yukata this summer.
Whether you’re a huge Sailor Moon fan or not, we’re pretty sure you’ll swoon over how cute these Luna and Artemis bags from Etsy Shop DoroteeSweetlips are!
At a first glance, you’d probably be hard pressed to figure out what this poster is promoting, but that may be the genius of it.
This gaming chair will comfortably cradle your butt during long hours in front of the screen, recline when it’s nap time.
The Red Turtle may have no dialogue, but if that hasn’t stopped viewers from saying wonderful things about it.
Hey! It’s perfectly normal for a young man to be interested in that sort of thing!
We’re back and ready to take on the third, and most puzzling, type of Japanese text: katakana.
Studio Ghibli proves they are still the masters of animation even without the esteemed Hayao Miyazaki at the helm.


















Japanese man’s gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine
Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio
Live-action Spirited Away stage play announces world tour with first-ever U.S. and Canadian dates
Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train
Here’s what Shibuya’s famous scramble intersection looked like after the Japan vs. Sweden match
Taco Spaghetti appears in Japan, and our taco fan rushes to try it[Taste test]
Studio Ghibli combines anime and craftsmanship in new Totoro and Jiji Gobelin tapestry bags
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Japan’s Mos Burger goes super-premium for summer with eel burgers that require pre-orders
International fugitive Carlos Ghosn says he’d be best person to head Nissan now
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed “Monster Wolf” to keep bears away from convenience store
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Taco Spaghetti appears in Japan, and our taco fan rushes to try it[Taste test]
Studio Ghibli combines anime and craftsmanship in new Totoro and Jiji Gobelin tapestry bags
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Japan’s Mos Burger goes super-premium for summer with eel burgers that require pre-orders
International fugitive Carlos Ghosn says he’d be best person to head Nissan now
Mt Fuji installs new emergency shelters ahead of the 2026 climbing season
Krispy Kreme Japan releases new fruit doughnuts…that taste better cold
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
The adorable, delicious joy of the Totoro cream puff gift box[Taste test]
Beautiful new dangling Totoro socks let the Ghibli mascot sway with every step[Photos]
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Totoro Soot Sprites are here to help keep your organized as adorable paper clips[Photos]
Tokyo cops arrest foreigner for suspected visa violation, don’t know what new residence cards look like
Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed