Tokyo is still waiting for its sakura to start blooming, but Hirosaki Castle, in the frozen north, is already beautifully pink.
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Famous woodblock print from master painter Hokusai adapted to sneakers that leave the naughty bits to your vivid imagination.
Freebie given to moviegoers for newest Fate/stay night anime movie turns into a major windfall for one fan willing to part with the images of the heroine.
Mail-order fashion company opens Harajuku showroom so fans can see the shirts before they buy, and also offers in-store exclusive patterns.
Hardcore anime fans like to travel and snap pics like anyone else, but there’s something that’s always just out of frame.
This teabag-shaped envelope that looks like a clutch bag should get you plenty of attention just by carrying it!
If you don’t like changing trains, Tokyo Station is probably your best bet for a starting point.
Many of the people in the video spent their early lives living in a Japan that was ruled by a shogun.
Animal psychologists from Kyoto University create public service video that’s not about cats, but for the animals themselves to watch and learn from.
This huge plush ferret is so gigantic you might have to have someone else hold it up while you hug it.
“Refresh your soul and hair!” is the slogan of the first white-hair-removal specialty store in Japan.
No loyalty program or first-class ticket required for this traveler’s oasis with free drinks, loaner Nintendo Switch systems, and shower booths.
Passersby were treated to the jazzy refrain of Kenshi Yonezu’s Lemon, as played by a gigantic mop-headed monster.
Cafe Lattes served in fluffy cup holders, sweet steamed Kitty head buns, and a special lunch are all on the menu at Lawson.
The least-faithful prefecture in the survey is often laughed at for being uncool, but responding residents seem to be plenty popular.
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Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Police in Japan warn of scam artists posing as cops to collect fines for breaking new bike rules
Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
It’s a hard rock life: NINGEN ISU’s Shinji Wajima talks about songwriting, working with friends
Japanese Godzilla looks set to attack New York in teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero[Video]
Play with fire at an old-fashioned “irori” hearth restaurant
Weekly
- 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
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
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
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
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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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Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
It’s a hard rock life: NINGEN ISU’s Shinji Wajima talks about songwriting, working with friends
Japanese Godzilla looks set to attack New York in teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero[Video]
Play with fire at an old-fashioned “irori” hearth restaurant
Kinotake Mother AI developed to study Japan’s divide between chocolate cookie snacks
Where’s the very best seat to sit in on Japan’s Shinkansen? Our expert has an answer
We zapped up some tasty hot sandwiches in the microwave with 3COINS’ new gadget from Japan
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Making igisu, a traditional Japanese food even most Japanese people don’t know about【SoraKitchen】
Now you too can imprison a wizard with real-life “Frozen” handcuffs
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