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Japan (Page 896)
Buck tradition and enforce your own set of rules by cosplaying indoors in a cute and comfy one-piece officer outfit.
We spoke to an industry veteran about the rationale behind the common practice, and got an answer we definitely weren’t expecting.
We sent one of our Japanese reporters, “Rei-chan,” to the “RAAR’s Night” crossplaying event in Shinjuku. Here’s his story.
Square Enix producer cites amount of demand as key factor in decision whether or not to add controllable heroines to upcoming video game.
Nobody is happier with a Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen than the apple-loving owner of the Death Note notebook.
For more than 30 years, this Japanese zoo has been keeping its capybaras cozy, and visitors oohing and aahing at their adorable hot spring-style setup.
This stylish young man is making news internationally for working on his rice farm every day in a suit.
Who can resist scrumptious Oreo cookies, especially when they’re inscribed with our favorite Ghibli anime characters? Read More
Yes, that is Cardcaptor Sakura diligently working with her fishmen colleagues.
The way this feline uses its submerged position to evade being tagged by its friend is so cute it’s got people around the world laughing.
Welcome to Volume No. 35,000,000 of More Sailor Moon Stuff You Didn’t Know You Needed Until Now!
”Why fly when you can ride?” this crow in Sapporo seems to be asking.
With just four quick steps and a very special ingredient, anyone can make this spectacular fluorescent jelly!
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Tokyo sweets store sells beautiful soft serve ice creams that look like works of art
This is Japan’s, and the world’s, first capsule hotel, and you can still stay there
How to make a secret rice bowl at Ichiran ramen
Cheap Japanese ryokan at Kusatsu Onsen is hidden at the back of a traditional store
Godzilla leather wallet will make you feel like the King of the Monsters and lord of fashion
Dragon reformation and the largest clay Budda in Japan: A visit to Okadera Temple【Photos】
Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
Japan’s lap-pillow ear-cleaning salons aren’t just for pervy guys, we find out
Awesome new Gundam manhole covers coming to Japanese prefecture for first time
Foreign traveler caught trying to sneak into Japan by climbing down rope from cruise ship
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Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
McDonald’s Japan’s new pancake pie is a taste sensation
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Two things to do, and two things not to do, when leaving a traditional Japanese inn
One of Japan’s oldest castles now lets travelers spend night on the grounds, drink in its keep
FUK COFFEE?!? Japanese cafe has a perfectly innocent reason for its startling-looking name
Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Studio Ghibli unveils massive T-shirt collection featuring top anime movie characters
Starbucks at Shibuya Scramble Crossing reopens, but is it really bigger and better than before?
Japan has nearly 4 million abandoned homes, but where and why?
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McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods- Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
New definition of “Japanese whiskey” goes into effect to prevent fakes from fooling overseas buyers
Our Japanese reporter visits Costco in the U.S., finds super American and very Japanese things
Japanese ramen restaurants under pressure from new yen banknotes
All-you-can-drink Starbucks and amazing views part of Tokyo’s new 170 meter-high sky lounge- Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
- McDonald’s Japan’s new pancake pie is a taste sensation
More foreign tourists than ever before in history visited Japan last month
Disney princesses get official manga makeovers for Manga Princess Cafe opening in Tokyo
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- McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Sales of Japan’s most convenient train ticket/shopping payment cards suspended indefinitely
Sold-out Studio Ghibli desktop humidifiers are back so Totoro can help you through the dry season
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s- Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Ghibli founders Toshio Suzuki and Hayao Miyazaki contribute to Japanese whisky Totoro label design
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
We asked a Uniqlo employee what four things we should buy and their suggestions didn’t disappoint
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Dragon reformation and the largest clay Budda in Japan: A visit to Okadera Temple【Photos】
Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
Japan’s lap-pillow ear-cleaning salons aren’t just for pervy guys, we find out
Awesome new Gundam manhole covers coming to Japanese prefecture for first time
Foreign traveler caught trying to sneak into Japan by climbing down rope from cruise ship
Japan has nearly 4 million abandoned homes, but where and why?
FUK COFFEE?!? Japanese cafe has a perfectly innocent reason for its startling-looking name
Starbucks Japan adds a Wimbledon Frappuccino to its menu for a limited time
Abe Monjuin: An ancient temple with a connection to stars and astrology…and National Treasures
Beer, Suntory whiskey for under a buck and all-you-can eat ice cream! Joy at Tokyo’s Karaoke One
Should you warm up your convenience store onigiri rice balls in the microwave?【Taste test】
One of Japan’s oldest castles now lets travelers spend night on the grounds, drink in its keep
Mikado Coffee is a 76-year-old coffee chain with a major celebrity connection
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