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Latest installment of the anime franchise ups the idol singer ante with no fewer than five pop stars, plus five handsome young men for them to dogfight with.
Amidst talks that strengthened the ties between the two countries comes news that you will soon be able to ride a Shinkansen in India.
Japan’s most famous anime production house is back in the animation saddle, with a European director holding the reins.
Let loose the giggles as Japanese net users share some of the funniest responses to test questions that they’ve ever seen!
French Revolution-era design meets modern fashion in this limited-time clothing line by Felissimo.
A Japanese train conductor’s final announcement aboard a train about to be transferred to Jakarta, Indonesia hit some passengers right in the feels.
The Japanese are known for their politeness, so it’s only natural that visitors to Japan want to know what to do, or not do, to avoid appearing rude. Check out this list of little behaviors that you won’t find in your guidebook.
Hey, you got your tuna in my house music! Hey, you got your house music in my tuna! Wait a minute…
Perhaps unsurprisingly, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare found that lower-income families consumed fewer vegetables and had fewer teeth.
“Just keep drawing.” To improve his skills, a striving artist takes this advice and runs with it… to a rather unlikely place!
Former Victoria’s Secret model Miranda Kerr had a whirlwind afternoon in Tokyo yesterday, stopping by the Swarovski store in Ginza and leaving her mark outside the Sony Building.
We sent our reporter to a shop in Nara where you can dress as a noble from the Nara period (AD 710-794) and even stroll around town in your costume!
This suite has been open for a while now, but we definitely think you’ve never seen it up close like this before.
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Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
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Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
After eight years as a NEET, our reporter shares the one thing that helped him escape that life
7 hilarious/inexplicable Japan moments in South Park
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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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream- Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
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Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026- Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
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Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo- Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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- Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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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Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
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After eight years as a NEET, our reporter shares the one thing that helped him escape that life
7 hilarious/inexplicable Japan moments in South Park
“The revolutionary way to pick your nose!” We try out the Nose Picker
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
This upcycled Kyoto train cafe is the ultimate kawaii spring experience
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Osaka man reserved and cancelled 1,873 seats at two baseball games to get more space for self
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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