The new orange flag warning system aims to help those at sea become aware of an earthquake or tsunami before it’s too late.
The new gadget is part of the celebrations for the Dragon Ball anime’s 30th anniversary, which first aired on February 26, 1986.
Saint Young Men, a popular manga series starring the two religious figures, will make the jump to live-action next year.
They might have an average age of 59 years between them, but these ladies show they can still kick it with the young crowd in this new dance video.
SpaceWorld’s “Aquarium of Ice” has been under fire by animal rights supporters for their unique attraction. But is it really all that it seems?
Russian President Vladimir Putin shows his playful side by only making a veiled threat against neighboring countries.
It doesn’t take a wind god and a thunder god to explain how good your car is, but it certainly helps.
Hida City, Gifu Prefecture rakes in a whopping 18.5 billion yen in tourist dollars as fans of the film make pilgrimages to the region.
You really ought to check out the video, because screenshots don’t do justice to this visually impressive game for Android and iOS devices.
Our Japanese-language writer, Yuichiro Wasai, offers a rare look inside the country’s largest prison with a series of original drawings!
Let the voice from Pregnancy Academy and Crime Breast Bounce guide you to the bullet train.
The mayor who pledged to create an onsen amusement park if his video received a million views now has another message for the public.




















Japanese criminals are now using crabs to hunt for burglary targets
Does one of Japan’s favorite chocolate brands work with the Pringles chocolate hack?
Japanese Pokémon card shop grabs scissors as part of its plan to keep scalpers away
Japan enters Golden Week vacation period, survey shows one in three plan to ride it out at home
We turn to a shady Amazon Japan gadget to try to stop Tokyo crows from stealing our hangers
Final Fantasy VII’s Tifa’s bar pops up in real-world Tokyo, and we stop by for drinks[Photos]
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
Holy Fungus Mud Volleyball is Japan’s most filthily beautifying bacteria event of the summer!
Zunda Shake vending machine lets you taste samurai culture in milkshake form
Japanese hair salons going bankrupt in record numbers
The average age of Japan’s hikikomori shut-ins is getting older, survey shows
Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trio
Studio Ghibli releases new anime keychains that are like miniature figurines
Studio Ghibli releases crystal glass paperweights featuring Totoro and the Catbus
Samurai Coffee: Try Edo period coffee once enjoyed by Japanese warriors
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Sega opening 65th anniversary store in downtotn Tokyo with deep-cut game merch
Viral tweet suggests Japanese convenience store ripping off customers with donuts, so we investigate
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
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
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
Final Fantasy VII’s Tifa’s bar pops up in real-world Tokyo, and we stop by for drinks[Photos]
Woman in Japan breaks into home of complete stranger just to slap him in the face
Holy Fungus Mud Volleyball is Japan’s most filthily beautifying bacteria event of the summer!
Zunda Shake vending machine lets you taste samurai culture in milkshake form
Japanese hair salons going bankrupt in record numbers
Retro-style Evangelion T-shirts coming to Uniqlo sister brand GU[Photos]
Does the Fukuryumon Chinese restaurant in Koenji offer the best lunch deal in Tokyo?
We sent two Japanese elementary school kids on a Mother’s Day shopping mission at a 100 yen store
Foreign tourist needs ambulance to pick him up at Mt. Fuji after hiking closed trail
Studio Ghibli releases new anime keychains that are like miniature figurines
Japan’s rice warehouse stockpile rate hits record high as consumers, restaurants reject high prices
Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trio
Studio Ghibli releases crystal glass paperweights featuring Totoro and the Catbus
Police in Osaka file charges against resident for serial pigeon/crow feeding