We taste-test a revolution in potato chips, and realize that something important has been missing all along.
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Tokyo is still waiting for its sakura to start blooming, but Hirosaki Castle, in the frozen north, is already beautifully pink.
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.
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Over 400 titles of free translated manga from publisher Shueisha available for a limited time
Pokémon comes to McDonald’s Japan for new Happy Meals toys, brings every generation’s starters
Resident Evil’s terrifying Licker becomes a bag in Japan that wants to feed you
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7-Eleven Japan adds new chocolate fruit gummies to its sweets range, but are they worth the hype?
7-Eleven Japan now offering baked-in-store pizza by the slice with two very different topping sets
Studio Ghibli’s No Face twirls to sound of Spirited Away’s theme song in beautiful accessory box
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New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
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Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]- Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
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Coco’s Japan is very confident in their chilled ramen, but should they be? [Taste test]
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