Music
While most people associate curry with India, it might be surprising to learn that it is a big deal in Japan as well. “How big?” you ask?
The Fox God and the Metal God choose their avatars for a collaboration that is pure metal!
Do Re Mi Day is celebrated on 24 June and our resident musical expert K. Nagahashi would like to remind everyone that there’s no better time to obtain perfect pitch than the present.
When a teenage girl from a band with “baby” in its name does a better job of acting like an adult than you do, you might want to work on your manners.
We get our hands on a box of curry from veteran rockers X Japan and feel the burning deep within our hearts, never to look back…
Warm the hearts of friends and family by recreating that distinct beeping sound of a finished basket of McDonald’s fries on the instrument of your choice. It’s a timeless classic.
Babymetal has released a music video for “The One” ahead of their upcoming album Metal Resistance…and it’s got lots of English lyrics!
Under the direction of fashion-turned-musical expert Seiji Nakazawa, the RocketNews24 Japan staff have just produced and released their own theme song available now at several major online retailers around the world!
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Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
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Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Japanese convenience store chain’s new matcha sweets are heaven for green tea lovers
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
KFC adds a Katsu and Fillet Burger to its menu in Japan for a limited time
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Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
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Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart- Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
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Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
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Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
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Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away- Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
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7 Japanese daily planners to suit every lifestyle, from hostess to otaku!
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Sandwiches fit for a sumo served up in Osaka【Taste Test】
Things get heavy with the Gold Lucky Bag from Village Vanguard
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Awkward: Official PlayStation montage features image taken from Wii U game, Pixiv user’s fan art
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Family Mart makes matcha dreams come true with new lineup of strong green tea sweets in Japan
Family Mart goes matcha crazy with new lineup of green tea sweets in Japan
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