Japan (Page 535)
This special, lovingly crafted issue was released in celebration of Doraemon’s 50th anniversary. Even its price is symbolic.
Nissin claims these noodles are their longest ever, and we’re here to put that claim to the test.
Former presenter Reina Triendl and her sister also make an appearance, naked in a bathtub together.
For years, women in Japan have given chocolate to male coworkers for Valentine’s Day, but this year is probably going to be different.
Just a half-hour outside downtown Tokyo, legends say that if you enter this thicket, you’ll be spirited away and never return.
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Here’s what you need to know before the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking voting goes live
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
New Japanese menstrual product seeks to help women spot unidentified iron deficiencies
Draco Malfoy himself comes to Tokyo to visit Harajuku’s brand-new Harry Potter store【Photos】
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
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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
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring- Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
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- Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026- 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)
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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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Here’s what you need to know before the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking voting goes live
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
New Japanese menstrual product seeks to help women spot unidentified iron deficiencies
Draco Malfoy himself comes to Tokyo to visit Harajuku’s brand-new Harry Potter store【Photos】
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Starbucks Japan blooms an Earl Grey Bouquet & Tea Frappuccino and latte for summer
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
We visit the 24-hour male-only sauna just outside of Hakata Station and ponder a strange sight
JR West unveils new Japanese long distance train with special features for passengers
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
Chrono Trigger comes to Japan’s capsule toy gacha machines
Uniqlo and Tamagotchi team up for Tamagotchi T-shirts and special Uniqlo Tamagotchi【Photos】
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