Your guide to the start dates for hanami season at major sightseeing spots around the country.
Japan (Page 413)
Because the Japanese school system isn’t going to teach them how to say “The set list is lit!”
Luxury spa facility is in the top 10 most booked wellness experiences in the world but not a lot of people know there’s a way you can spend the night there.
It’s a sign of the times as sign loved for its sound and style gets swept aside for more modern alternative.
Japanese animation studio is searching for a hard-to-find product used by the director to create anime for many years.
Special for-animal versions of traditional Japanese cuisine favorites might have you wanting to try a bite too.
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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
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Tokyo sakura report: Why Shinjuku Gyoen beats Ueno Park for hanami cherry blossom viewing
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
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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]
- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Tokyo sakura report: Why Shinjuku Gyoen beats Ueno Park for hanami cherry blossom viewing
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Studio Ghibli earrings bring classy fun to your look courtesy of Totoro, Calcifer, and more 【Pics】
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Ginza hotel serves up one of the best breakfasts in Tokyo
Pokémon Poké Peace Happy Meals at McDonald’s Japan fill us with happiness【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japanese fast food fried chicken showdown, featuring…Yoshinoya?【Taste test】
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Major Tokyo subway line shut down by in-train mobile battery fire
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