Japan (Page 134)
AI project with major anime talent agency will allow for recreation of voice actors’ voices and translation into other languages.
Shibuya Ward administration continues to try to distance the neighborhood from its Halloween party place image.
The only difference is that our version of a “mountain” may be a bit more gastronomically inclined.
Taste-testing the mixes of ice cream, mochi, and one other all-star Japanese dessert ingredient.
After a three-year absence from animation, Hideaki Anno is coming back to help a new project for one of Japan’s most beloved science fiction series.
Looking for a scenic outing this month? This lakeside park in Shiga will leave you transfixed with all of its autumn glory.
…and which are still worth visiting even if you’ve never watched or read the Hokkaido adventure anime/manga.
Our two most eligible bachelors, one a dog-loving trained actor and the other a former pharmaceutical researcher turned rapper, are looking for that special someone. Could it be you?
Characters from My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Howl’s Moving Castle will keep you warm and cosy in the cold.
A giant Pikachu beguiles us with its cute face and affordable price tag, but there’s one surprising hurdle to owning one.
Eye-catching regional sushi gets awesome-looking bento illustrations of video gaming’s martial arts masters.




















Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Sailor Moon’s Artemis is part of the Artemis II NASA mission control team[Video]
Kyoto’s green tea sweets capital now has matcha ramen too!【Taste test】
Amazing exhibition of Japan’s legendary “cursed katana” is going on right now【Photos】
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
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]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
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)
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 and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Sailor Moon’s Artemis is part of the Artemis II NASA mission control team[Video]
Kyoto’s green tea sweets capital now has matcha ramen too!【Taste test】
Amazing exhibition of Japan’s legendary “cursed katana” is going on right now【Photos】
Pokémon Cafe’s new Mega Charizard curry plate is a work of art in more ways than one
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Test your boy’s love knowledge! Can you pick the “uke” and “seme” in each relationship?
It looks like fish, but does it taste like it? Imitation tuna almost breaks our minds 【Taste test】
We visit the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery, the newly-renovated, boozy paradise
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
Slayers cafe opening in Tokyo and Osaka brings food of the fantasy anime to real life【Photos】
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations