This is the one and only kakuni pork bowl restaurant in Tokyo, and it’s amazing

Located in a quiet part of a student neighborhood, this is where our kakuni dreams came true.

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Can our writers tell which grilled sweet potato is 12 times more expensive?

Their sweetest and hardest challenge yet?

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Studio Ghibli’s new Laputa: Castle in the Sky timer is as dramatic as the anime movie

Pazu’s bag and the film’s iconic egg-on-toast also feature in this exciting new merchandise collection. 

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Does Japan owe one of its favorite foods to a bookstore owner? Trying the “original” Hayashi rice

There’s a legend that ties the origin of this popular dish to one of Japan’s biggest bookstores. 

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Private open-air bath is the crowning gem at this Japanese-style hotel in Tokyo

Luxury accommodation in Tokyo at budget prices.

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Ramen restaurant offers free ramen for the rest of your life for 300,000 yen

Chiba noodle joint finds plenty of fans willing to take it up on the offer.

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Snuggle up to Totoro with cosy new three-piece Ghibli bag collection

Stay warm with a trio of Totoros this winter.

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New canned cocktail designed to perfectly pair with Japanese food, created with AI【Taste test】

Kirin’s Jojo Shochu Soda is here, but did the AI know what it was doing?

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We were blown away by Funabashi Sauce Ramen, just a short ride from central Tokyo【Taste test】

It’s like having several Japanese dishes in one bowl.

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Small Totoro Little Room Lamp is back, still the most adorable Ghibli nightlight ever【Photos】

Big cuteness comes in small (Totoro) packages.

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Miyagi hot spring inn offering free sleep analysis as part of relaxing, health-focused stay

Three Japanese companies are working together to help show the importance of a good night’s sleep. Read More

The AI ’90s yearbook trend hits our office, with hilarious results 【Photos】

Japanese-style American jocks and honors students are here to brighten your day.

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Tokaido Shinkansen removing smoking rooms, going entirely smoke-free

End of the line for smoking on the Tokyo-to-Fukuoka bullet trains.

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“Japan needs more public trash cans!” – Our Japanese reporter sympathizes, though he doesn’t agree

Why aren’t Japanese locals more bothered about this common complaint from overseas visitors?

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Real-life Pokémon Scarlet and Violet arrive at Japanese cafe chain【Taste test】

If only our in-game sandwiches always turned out this beautifully…

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Shibuya City cracks down on Halloween 2023 with massive “Stay Away!” campaign

The vibe around Shibuya is tense right now, as the city attempts to abolish “the craziest Halloween in the world”.

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We try out a pricier revolving sushi chain only available close to the sea in Fukui prefecture

The restaurant’s gourmet image and proximity to the ocean gave us high expectations for freshness and flavor.

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The hybrid mochi brioche sweet was born of a mom’s love, a friend’s kindness, and a very long trip

A taste of home for a Japanese expat turns into a delicious regional treat in one part of Japan.

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McDonald’s releases new Come on Baby New York Burgers in Japan

Limited-edition collection takes our taste buds on a trip to the Big Apple. 

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Step inside a mystical, dazzling display of illuminations at the Flower Garden of Lights

Ashikaga’s Flower Park transforms into a fantastical fairytale world that you can step inside for the next few months.

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