The same anomaly that makes foreigners feel icky is harnessed by Japanese people to get breathing room on public transport.
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Gasoline-accelerated mass homicide has policy makers reevaluating current safety regulations.
Companies says it deeply appreciates global messages of support, apologizes for slow response.
Pokémon’s actual creators take a moment to remind us that it’s not Nintendo who’s crafting Pikachu and his pals’ video game adventures.
Ordinarily “self-reliant” company wants to accept the kindness of others following tragic attack that has left 34 dead.
Pikachu is ready to help you beat the heat at this year’s amazing Pikachu Outbreak Pokémon fan event.
Rooftop was accessible, and the company had even received a certificate of commendation from the city of Kyoto for excellent fire safety.
Arguably the Shinkai-est anime yet, and perhaps the beginning of a connected Makoto Shinkai cinematic universe?
Animal’s mysterious actions make staff wonder if it was their manager returning in feline form to say one final goodbye…
New merchandise released this month includes colorful summer-themed tumblers and a stylish cooler bag.
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Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Fading Tokyo – Horikiri Station, the Arakawa River, and Kinpachi-sensei[Walking course]
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Mr. Sato discovers his inner beaver with a 16-inch chocolate “twig” at Tokyo Station
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
This lucky bag of anime models is also a decades-long history lesson for our mecha newbie
Marvel Age of Heroes Exhibition opens in Tokyo, and we stop by to experience the heroic display
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain- Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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
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- Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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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Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Mr. Sato discovers his inner beaver with a 16-inch chocolate “twig” at Tokyo Station
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
This lucky bag of anime models is also a decades-long history lesson for our mecha newbie
Marvel Age of Heroes Exhibition opens in Tokyo, and we stop by to experience the heroic display
Japan’s super easy sweet potato spread lets you make sweet potato bread thanks to Don Quijote
Nakano Broadway sells a fukubukuro lucky bag for foreigners, but is it a good deal or a scam?
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
New adults go wild at Seijinshiki Coming-of-Age ceremony in Kitakyushu, Japan 【Photos】
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
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