The shop clerk implores customers to stop treating them “like punching bags” over the lack of masks on sale.
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Just when we thought Japanese vending machines couldn’t get any more awesome, we’re happy to be proven wrong.
Tokyo police’s tip is quick and easy, but may or may not provide any real protection against the virus.
This (un)lucky recipient of the shrine’s divine power also shares a list of tips to be aware of before praying at the infamous shrine.
This beautiful white and blue pudding made in the port of Numazu is an absolute jewel to both look at and taste!
Grand champion Hakuho had a 59-kilogram (130-pound), 34-centimeter (9.4-inch) advantage on his opponent.
Get to know three of the people behind the “sexy” English-language voice announcements you’ll hear on public transport in Japan.
The iconic rubber-limbed main character’s high school version is…surprisingly normal-looking.
Critics said “Maruta Shiga” was a reference to human experimentation during World War II, but some see the same problem in his new name.
Controversial anime divided opinions even within Broadcasting Ethics and Program Improvement Organization.
It took a year for this injured stray to learn to trust her human family, but now she literally clings to them at their farm and flower shop.

















Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
McDonald’s Japan hack: Make a Chicken Tatsuta in five minutes anywhere in the world
The average age of Japan’s hikikomori shut-ins is getting older, survey shows
This train station bento boxed lunch shop has been in business for nearly 100 years
Police cracking down on outdoor seating in Tokyo’s liveliest street market neighborhood[Video]
Japanese criminals are now using crabs to hunt for burglary targets
Does one of Japan’s favorite chocolate brands work with the Pringles chocolate hack?
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Nintendo’s Super Mario throws out first pitch at professional baseball game in Japan[Video]
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
Japan enters Golden Week vacation period, survey shows one in three plan to ride it out at home
Studio Ghibli releases crystal glass paperweights featuring Totoro and the Catbus
Japanese hair salons going bankrupt in record numbers
Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trio
Samurai Coffee: Try Edo period coffee once enjoyed by Japanese warriors
Sega opening 65th anniversary store in downtotn Tokyo with deep-cut game merch
Beard Papa goes beyond just matcha with its new premium green tea cream puffs
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
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
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
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japanese criminals are now using crabs to hunt for burglary targets
Does one of Japan’s favorite chocolate brands work with the Pringles chocolate hack?
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Nintendo’s Super Mario throws out first pitch at professional baseball game in Japan[Video]
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
This historical Kyoto zen garden is hosting a guitar and beatbox concert
Final Fantasy VII’s Tifa’s bar pops up in real-world Tokyo, and we stop by for drinks[Photos]
Japan’s rice warehouse stockpile rate hits record high as consumers, restaurants reject high prices
A letter from our reporter’s deceased mother arrives at just the right time
Squeezy Tanuki Testicle toys once again appear in Japanese gacha machines
Looney Tunes is now an adorable anime series with Looney Tunes Gokko[Videos]
Zunda Shake vending machine lets you taste samurai culture in milkshake form
Samurai Coffee: Try Edo period coffee once enjoyed by Japanese warriors
All of Tokyo’s neighbors are telling people to stay out of the city this weekend