Ring in the new year by getting into a staring contest with a pair of dark, soulless eyes for five-and-a-half days.
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Free coupons and exclusive merchandise all wrapped up in a cute reusable brown paper takeout bag.
Adorable Japanese drinkware range pays homage to traditional Japanese motifs and traditions.
If you’re planning to attend Winter Comiket this year, be sure to drop by their booth for some valuable cosmetic tips.
As sad as it is to lose any animal from their entourage, this zoo went above and beyond to mark this furry friend’s passing as a real tragedy.
You’re not seeing double! The Sanrio icon really does have a twin sibling, though she’s very different from her world-famous sister.
”If they wanted a Japanese live-action version, they would just do it themselves.”
One Piece and accessory store U-Treasure had two awesome announcements just in time for the holiday season.
All Sailor Senshi represented, and a few Dragon Ball villains are also part of the new line of pet supplies.
The addition of pounded sticky rice makes this new creation taste like a traditional Japanese daifuku sweet.
Our reporter happily stumbles across this tucked-away culinary gem in the electronics district of Tokyo.
One of the year’s most touching stories gets a very special Christmas episode.
What was your worst first date experience? Presumably it was worth grumbling about more than this picky lady’s anecdote.
Japanese star of Britain’s Got Talent goes from strength to strength as his festive strip show catches the eye of a famous fan.
Not only can you catch ’em all in Tottori’s sand dunes, but the very cutest ones will welcome you to the prefecture!
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It’s been raining in Tokyo for more than a month now, breaking a record at least 150 years old
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Tons of used books in Japan being bought up by someone or something
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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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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