Japan (Page 771)
Japanese artist reimagines Marvel’s all-star cast, creating storm god Thanos, “Widow Ninja Black Spider” and “Chivalrous Ant Thief.”
Japanese rental girlfriend spills all the details on what it’s like to date a complete stranger.
Sonic the Hedgehog’s live-action movie design is too ugly to live, director and studio promise to make changes.
A popular tourist spot in Osaka becomes a real-life “save point” spot for a limited time for all gamers.
Just how far can plant-based meat go in terms of taste and texture? Our Japanese-language reporter tests it out in Tokyo.
Luxury ice cream maker treats diners in Japan to a green experience that stimulates all five senses.
Chart breaks down how often consent is given in manga from different publishers.
Hyper-energetic superfan leaps into dance troupe’s recreation of one of anime’s most popular opening themes.
Spokesmen say this week’s ceremony, and another scheduled for October, violate the principal of separation of church and state.
Do you have a part-time job at a cafe but are somehow also rich? Then you just might be the perfect guy.


















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
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Does one of Japan’s favorite chocolate brands work with the Pringles chocolate hack?
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
A letter from our reporter’s deceased mother arrives at just the right time
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
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Does one of Japan’s favorite chocolate brands work with the Pringles chocolate hack?
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
A letter from our reporter’s deceased mother arrives at just the right time
Samurai Coffee: Try Edo period coffee once enjoyed by Japanese warriors
Squeezy Tanuki Testicle toys once again appear in Japanese gacha machines
Japanese Pokémon card shop grabs scissors as part of its plan to keep scalpers away
Video claims that if you can read a certain font, you are probably not Japanese【Video】
Nintendo’s Super Mario throws out first pitch at professional baseball game in Japan[Video]
This historical Kyoto zen garden is hosting a guitar and beatbox concert
Hayao Miyazaki’s Whisper of the Heart concept art revealed in new Ghibli illustration book
Japan’s rice warehouse stockpile rate hits record high as consumers, restaurants reject high prices
Studio Ghibli releases new anime keychains that are like miniature figurines