He’s handsome, talented and an Olympic gold medalist. And now, Yuzuru Hanyu will be making his screen debut as a samurai lord in the Edo period!
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RocketNews24’s mightiest eaters assemble to take on competitive eater and devourer of all things delicious (and possibly the occasional soul too) Sachiyo Masubuchi.
Because the best way to celebrate the arrival of a fast train is with a serving of fast food.
You don’t need expensive tools or high-tech drawing tablets to create works of art—all you need is a roll of humble masking tape.
An eight-year-old boy who accidentally drowned his beloved Nintendo 3DS handheld console has written a heartfelt letter of apology to Nintendo customer service.
Japanese students test their TV trivia knowledge and their ability to keep up with the beat in this new rhythm game that’s gone viral.
Anime hero Goku appears in giant form to delight fans and hopefully keep Attack on Titan’s monsters in check.
Japan has a custom of shouting “Out with the demons!” in early February, but all we can say is “Awwwwwww!”
Nestlé Japan is starting a membership service for its Kit Kat Chocolatory product line, and it comes with a chance to win an actual gold Kit Kat!
Get out the tissues because this short ad will make you appreciate family bonds all over again.
After a man turned himself into police for refusing to pay for his meal, some wondered if he might be mentally ill. On the other hand, some suspect he might be saner than many in Japan.
Hey guys, how’s it hanging? This cutesome twosome can’t get enough of their new kitty hammock!
Author Victor Hugo once said, “Virtue has a veil, vice a mask,” but what if Japanese, contemporary, and fetish masks are your vice? You’ll want to check out Tokyo Mask Festival Vol. 2!
The 40 anthropomorphized parts of the Prius hybrid are back in a virtual idol-backed video with a unique method of writing lyrics.



















Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Float all of your troubles away with a boat ride down the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Turn a persimmon into a pudding with one simple ingredient
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
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
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Turn a persimmon into a pudding with one simple ingredient
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
For-foreigners stamp rally begins in Akihabara, gives prizes for walking the otaku neighborhood
Cute coffins now available at Tokyo’s coffin relaxation salon[Photos]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Venus de Milo gets her arms back thanks to Japanese figure company
We visit the oldest remaining Komeda Coffee cafe in Japan for a retro blast from the past
Illustrator creates beautiful “Bicycle Boy” watercolour series inspired by Studio Ghibli