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Maybe they should stop worrying about what’s on TV, and start worrying about why their kids aren’t asleep, says critic of critics.
Buddha, president of the United States also explicitly recognized as potential characters in surprisingly wide-open competition.
A Japanese musician describes his delightfully surprising encounter with a fellow music and anime lover from Europe.
The crunch doesn’t just come from the ice in this dessert drink made with traditional Japanese imo kempi sweets.
Momoiro Clover Z supporter gets robbed by fellow fan for having an easy-to-crack ATM card code.
Totoro and Ponyo are waiting for you to eat them at this beautiful Hayao Miyazaki-endorsed cafe.
P.K. Sanjun takes a look at some of the common criteria used to define what makes a person “Japanese,” and whether they’ll still be used in the future.
Skip the Shinkansen and savor the journey with Japan’s ultra-affordable unlimited-use one-day rail passes.
A Twitter user made this startling discovery when their mother tossed a beloved cushion into the laundry.
Sadly, quintessential anime scenes of rooftop swimming classes may be coming to an end soon.
Modern conveniences are returning to parts of Hokkaido, but there’s still much to be done.
Jewelry chain Cartier hopes to make you value the ordinary by displaying their famous Juste en Clou line in the same way as cup ramen and magazines.



















Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
Trying out Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated fireworks with 60 consecutive shots
Ninja-themed sneakers are the perfect footwear for the contemporary shadow assassin
With an Evangelion watch on your wrist, “all is right with the world.”
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
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
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
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
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
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
Trying out Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated fireworks with 60 consecutive shots
Ninja-themed sneakers are the perfect footwear for the contemporary shadow assassin
With an Evangelion watch on your wrist, “all is right with the world.”
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
J-pop group “Chubbiness” releases first music video, possibly look even less chubby than before
Japanese teacher gives secret love letter to junior high schoolgirl, gets his heart broken
We buy a pair of glasses from up and coming idol Kanna Hashimoto
16 Things I Learned From Dressing in Drag: Confessions of a One-night Crossdresser
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
Shiseido Japan’s same-sex kiss ad wins gold in Epica advertising awards
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers