You couldn’t possibly fit any more cuteness into this video or else you’d endanger the public with a cuteness overdose.
Pokémon continues in role as pitchman for tomato products in Japan with adorable limited-edition stuffed animals and pouches.
The Japan Sumo Association pokes fun at some of its star athletes who appear to hate getting shots just as much as the rest of us.
The mochi ice cream series brings back an old favorite, and introduces an enticing new flavor!
Cute characters from Studio Ghibli, Pokémon and even viral videos have been emerging from the Japanese snow this winter.
While you’re progressing towards your destination, your smartphone could be progressing towards a full charge.
And now she knows why she should cover her mouth, too.
The popular idol group SMAP broke up on December 31 after performing music together for more than a quarter century.
Trick your friends into thinking that you own an actual polar bear, all while supporting WWF.


















30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Howl’s Moving Castle’s scene-stealing dog is here to clean your home as a plushie mop
Pringles Chocolate, but with a Japanese twist, is the snack hack you should be trying right now
One Piece team shows us how a Weekly Shonen Jump cover is crafted【Video】
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Kyoto’s “ikezu” culture of backhanded compliments explained in hilarious souvenir sticker series
The tricky game of wits that sometimes lurks behind a Kyoto granny’s compliment
Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki says the anime industry’s problem is that it’s full of anime fans
Retro Japanese-style hotel room with kotatsu, free ice cream is both amazingly cool AND warm
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
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
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
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Kyoto’s “ikezu” culture of backhanded compliments explained in hilarious souvenir sticker series
The tricky game of wits that sometimes lurks behind a Kyoto granny’s compliment
Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki says the anime industry’s problem is that it’s full of anime fans
Retro Japanese-style hotel room with kotatsu, free ice cream is both amazingly cool AND warm
The 5 best entry-level roadside stations in Japan’s Kanto Region, according to experts
Why you should be adding Calpis to your beer in Japan
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Nintendo’s awesome Super Mario chocolate-making trays are here to power up Valentine’s Day
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Häagen-Dazs releases new Green Tea sandwich in Japan for a limited time