Every day leading up to Ninja Day (February 22), Koka City public servants will come to work dressed as the secretive badasses!
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Just because you love cats’ free-spirited nature doesn’t mean you have to put up with a messy apartment.
For those of us who don’t want a little thing like sleep getting in the way of our gaming.
Warning: our man P.K. Sanjun learning to strut his stuff may be a little NSFW… unless, that is, you work at a strip club.
Diago Kashino, a 33-year-old Japanese actor, has died after being stabbed in the stomach with a samurai sword during a stage-play rehearsal in Japan.
A bug enthusiast’s dream and your average person’s worst nightmare, this rare titan beetle discovery has set Japanese Twitter abuzz.
Now you can enjoy all the delights of a cat-shaped dessert while immersed in the traditional culture of Kyoto.
Labels the country’s schools as stifling “salaryman training facilities.”
They might not be out for public consumption until February 24, but one lucky YouTuber was fortunate enough to get a special taste test.
Cats love to hide in warm spots in the winter, so be sure to check your car before hitting the ignition on cold days!
Let your smartphone take the guesswork out of finding your way around Shinjuku and Tokyo Stations.
We sent two of our Japanese writers to dress up in matching Kiki & Lala Little Twin Stars cosplay in Harajuku!

















Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
How do fans in Japan feel about the new One Piece Netflix live-action trailer?
Haku is…Chihiro’s dead brother? Studio Ghibli fans blown away by Spirited Away theory
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
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)
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
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
How do fans in Japan feel about the new One Piece Netflix live-action trailer?
Haku is…Chihiro’s dead brother? Studio Ghibli fans blown away by Spirited Away theory
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
How to dispose of pizza boxes: Life hack from Japanese garbage man goes viral online 【Video】
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Starbucks adds a matcha and pistachio milk tea latte to the menu in Japan for a limited time
We visit the 24-hour male-only sauna just outside of Hakata Station and ponder a strange sight
This is What a Whopper With 1000 Slices of Cheese Looks Like
Frozen Japanese sake: A fantastic way to make easy summer cocktails
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese