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Guidebooks love to say it’s because Japanese people think tipping is rude, but that’s not even close to the whole story.
When the airport employee found out she was in the islands alone, he gave her a tongue-in-cheek romantic worksheet to finish before heading home.
Beloved 16-bit game’s protagonist seemingly makes cameo appearance in the clouds of amazing video.
Come on guys, it’s not like they’re going to make Mega Man a hoarse chubby baby with a speaking disorder…twice.
Episode featuring Ash disguising himself as a Passimian is missing from Disney broadcast lineup.
Legendary Entertainment is ready to roll the dice on adapting the biggest anime mecha series of all time for the overseas live-action movie market.
A surprise message left in the walls of a home leads to a widespread search for the previous homeowners.
Japanese fans vote in survey for their favorite anime characters who hail from the U.S.A., including sports stars, violent killers, and mecha pilots.
Three directors and arguably the greatest anime composer of all time asked to join organization.
A controversial eating choice that has brought Lil Baby into the minds of Japanese people.
Young man in Southern California has a degree, and also a very clear opinion on who Love Live!’s best girl is.
Bereaved child needs our help to catch a glimpse of one of their father’s fondest memories.
After making jaws drop both on the mound and at the plate, the Los Angeles Angels’ two-way star is winning fans with his performance in the dugout.
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Steak, dollars and men with guns (somewhere probably); we have a Las Vegas-lite experience at a U.S. military casino in Okinawa.
Makoto Shinkai can add one more special achievement to his resume that is quite literally out of this world.
















Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Japan’s number-one cosplayer Enako strips away the cosplay for new photo book
Ghibli Window Wall Art series turns any wall into a portal to an anime wonderland【Photos】
Five things you need to know about Obon–one of Japan’s biggest holidays 【Videos & more】
Japanese candy craftsman creates new line of lollipops with traditional summer themes
These “Engrish” T-shirts are kinda lame, compared to what we’re used to
We try blue beer made with drift ice from Hokkaido
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
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
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
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
Ghibli Window Wall Art series turns any wall into a portal to an anime wonderland【Photos】
Five things you need to know about Obon–one of Japan’s biggest holidays 【Videos & more】
Japanese candy craftsman creates new line of lollipops with traditional summer themes
These “Engrish” T-shirts are kinda lame, compared to what we’re used to
We try blue beer made with drift ice from Hokkaido
Abysmal viewer ratings for Pokémon anime series does not worry its broadcaster the slightest bit
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Stylish stockings from Japan give your legs a pierced look without the actual piercing【Video】
Clear near beer is here! We taste test Japan’s new zero-alcohol, zero-color brew【Taste test】
Starbucks Japan releases special sakura gift packs for cherry blossom season 2020
61-year-old Japanese fisherman falls off boat and defies odds to swim to safety