23-year-old Japanese minor celebrity figuratively smashes her competition to become number one in the world.
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Cheap joke item could lead to gruesome disfigurement thanks to terrifying packaging snafu.
The talk show host immerses himself in a world of kawaii with some of Harajuku’s most colourful fashionistas.
Even amphibians love Japan’s unmanned drink dispensers, but what do you do if you want your change?
If Nintendo won’t make a sequel, you can make one yourself, and turn your home into a haunted house, for just a few bucks.
It may not exist in the real world, but Minecraft players can now experience what’s it like to live in a bustling city in Japan.
You’re going to pay taxes anyway, so why not channel some of it into Saitama Prefecture and see a free stunt show?
Suspect’s pet must have been a finicky feline to need to eat exotic prey like parakeets and hamsters.
After carrying passengers to Hokkaido, the Hokutosei is now taking guests to slumberland with a great location and special beer.
When a student’s love of anime pops up during school time, some teachers would be mad, but this one decided to be awesome instead.
Chamber of Raven would be a cool video game stage, but instead it’s an amazing real-world restaurant.
These plastic warriors are trawling for a brawling, cruising for a bruising, and sampling for a trampling.
The overwhelming wave of criticism left model and singer Ryuchell shocked and hurt enough to make a response post.

















Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Starbucks Japan teams up with Converse Tokyo for a new limited-edition collection in honour of Tanabata
Japanese overnight sightseeing train returns for summer with ramen stops and ocean views
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Studio Ghibli releases a musical diorama based on a touching anime scene from My Neighbour Totoro
7-Eleven Japan has a lot of famous food, but its new burrito needs to be on your radar
One Piece docking at Round 1 amusement centers in both Japan and the USA
Japanese train company brings back beloved “patapata” departure board…with a clever digital twist
Live-action Spirited Away stage play announces world tour with first-ever U.S. and Canadian dates
Tokyo has only two barley tea makers, and we visited one to see how mugicha is made
Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio
Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train
Sleep at Hoshinoya Nara Prison, one of the most unique hotels in Japan
Japanese man’s gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
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]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Studio Ghibli releases a musical diorama based on a touching anime scene from My Neighbour Totoro
7-Eleven Japan has a lot of famous food, but its new burrito needs to be on your radar
One Piece docking at Round 1 amusement centers in both Japan and the USA
Japanese train company brings back beloved “patapata” departure board…with a clever digital twist
Foreign resident of Japan arrested after spraying bear repellant inside post office
We try Krispy Kreme Japan’s first-ever all-you-can-eat doughnut deal
Japan has a new maid school, and it’s now accepting applicants for its first term
KFC Japan creates spicy summer fried chicken chips together with Calbee
Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train
Japan’s Mocchurin donuts declared too popular to exist by creator Mister Donut, will disappear soon
Sanrio’s new McDonald’s Japan Happy Meals give the spotlight all to Cinnamoroll[Photos]
Studio Ghibli film towels with English dialogue lines are cinematically cool and cute[Photos]
Krispy Kreme Japan adds two cute limited-edition doughnuts to its summer menu