This quick and easy technique for spotting a soon-to-fall blossom is surprising even the most ardent cherry blossom lovers in Japan.
The man who wore the 100-kilogram (220-pound!) suit in the first 12 films talks about his experiences.
Common sense will actually keep you pretty safe when navigating the “etiquette minefield” of a job interview in Japan.
Seiji Nakazawa, our Osaka-raised correspondent, shares what he thinks the region-based criteria are for ikemen in Japan’s two major cites.
You too can experience all the joy and wonder of getting punched in the face by a champion, and maybe even get a lot of money.
If you’re looking to bulk up for a cosplay or crossplay session, you don’t have to hit the gym as long as you raid the cupboard.
Come with us as we take you through the ultimate collection of all the Pringles flavours ever produced in Japan.
Because it’s never too late to enjoy some stunning Idolmaster cosplay.
The Wireless IWM Unit 2 turns a flaw of a electric vehicles into a strength, opening a world of possibilities.
It’s time to picnic under the trees and bask in the fleeting moment of beauty.
The “glamorous camping” experience comes to Okinawa with luxurious tents and amazing views that will have you wanting to stay here forever.








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Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
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Air-conditioned dress shirts arrive in Japan to save working professionals from sweltering heat
Tokyo’s Haneda Airport airlines announce stricter luggage check-in deadline for domestic flights
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Toyota Museum’s international retro vehicle parade returns to Aichi this autumn
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7-Eleven Japan now offering baked-in-store pizza by the slice with two very different topping sets
Starbucks Japan opens new store inside historic seaside quarantine station near Tokyo
Studio Ghibli’s No Face twirls to sound of Spirited Away’s theme song in beautiful accessory box
Foreign tourists in Japan eat far more rice than previously thought, according to new data
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
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New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Uniqlo looks back to the very start of Pokémon with new black-and-white pixel art T-shirts[Pics]
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
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Toyota Museum’s international retro vehicle parade returns to Aichi this autumn
7-Eleven Japan rethinks convenience store sandwiches with a wild new choc-mint variety
Coco’s Japan is very confident in their chilled ramen, but should they be? [Taste test]
Yoshinoya gets into fancy fish, but is the cheap beef king reaching too far? [Taste test]
Studio Ghibli’s No Face twirls to sound of Spirited Away’s theme song in beautiful accessory box
Sanrio characters join forces with your favorite Japanese snack mascots as prizes at Family Mart
Japan’s favorite popsicles add multilingual packaging to better connect with foreign tourists
Sweet dreams are made of cheese at this all-you-can-eat cheese and doria restaurant
U.S. government reportedly planning to close Nagoya consulate
7-Eleven Japan adds new chocolate fruit gummies to its sweets range, but are they worth the hype?
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