Japan (Page 608)
“Don’t Worry, Egg’Wich” delivers a protein hit with eggy buns that are sure to please health-conscious fast food lovers.
The coronavirus pandemic has Jason adding some extra precautions to his night of killing this year.
Department store chain wants to show concern for shoppers’ mental wellbeing, but some see a message of doom for their physical health.
Mannequins stripped, glass displays broken and website down as limited-edition range sends everyone into a frenzy.
Two powerhouses of Japanese pop culture team up to fill Koda Kumi’s latest video with intergalactic 80s romance vibes!
The last time Studio Ghibli adapted a story from England it switched the setting to Japan, but not this time.
Elaborate sting operation lasts over four hours, ends with an officer tripping over and another one appearing from the bushes in a full-on Ghillie suit.
Looks like you can add Microsoft’s new console to your shelf without putting away one of your old toys.
The PS5 is welcomed into the world at a Japanese shrine with a long history of protecting electronics.
Pokémon mascot wants to use super-effective ergonomics to make your workday better (and cuter).
Special dessert acts like a beacon of hope for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to go ahead next year.
A solution to three common sleep problems, but not one you’ll find in the bedding section.
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Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
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Solo travel in Japan: $3 all-you-can-drink deal at this conveyor belt restaurant is a fun time for one
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