A character from Russian children’s literature and Japanese doughnuts may sound like an unexpected combination, but the results sure look sweet!
You’re never too old to catch Pokémon GO fever and experience the pros and cons of history’s most popular smartphone game.
Celebration’s image tarnished in recent years as partiers leave huge amounts of trash on the streets.
The first trailer was a complete tease, but there’s finally some action and voice in this new preview video!
In just over one minute, video takes us on an emotional journey through 20 years of Pokémon passion.
The cute swimming outfit from the series has walked out of the anime and into our real-life world!
If you ever thought your charging brick looked painfully boring, Disney has a set of stickers just for you.
We visit the Uobei Sushi conveyor belt sushi restaurant and choose our top picks to save you time, money and potentially wasted calories.
For die-hard Dragon Ball fans who can’t bear to be parted from the characters of their favorite series!
Are anime girls on aircraft and recruitment posters enough to moe-tivate you to join the Japanese Self Defence Forces?
Not only do you get a 500 yen per night discount, but it promises to be one of the more emotional check-ins you’ll ever experience.
The game’s golden anniversary is still 30 years away, but you can get your hands on a pure-gold Pokémon card this winter.




















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Free fried chicken for using free Wi-Fi?!? Tokyo restaurant offers irresistible karaage freebie
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan’s first genderless, two-piece school swimsuits are now available for adoption by schools
Straw Hat Brides – Official One Piece wedding dresses going on sale in Japan
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
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan’s first genderless, two-piece school swimsuits are now available for adoption by schools
Straw Hat Brides – Official One Piece wedding dresses going on sale in Japan
We try making demi-glace sauce with catsup and chocolate【RocketKitchen】
Japanese man discovered by Balenciaga on streets of Tokyo becomes fashion model on Paris runway
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Pokémon Sleep x Family Mart collaboration brings us new drinks and goods for a limited time
Japan’s brown Lawson convenience store: a unique find in a rural setting
How to make microwave rice packs into something you’ll actually be happy to eat【SoraKitchen】
Magic gummy candies become a viral hit on social media
Seven places that aren’t Starbucks where you can get delicious sakura cherry blossom drinks in Japan