Seriously, kids these days, right?
Be careful when breaking out this one; sometimes the person you’re pitying doesn’t want your pity.
With their cute sets of extra paws, these hilarious cats look like furry catbuses come to life!
The anthropomorphized frog and rabbit from the famous 12th century Choju-jinbutsu-giga acquaint themselves with computers, selfie sticks and more in this cute line of miniature figures.
Check out Hatsune Miku showing off her shiny tresses without her signature twin tail hairstyle.
Clever codger shows he still has a strong memory and a sharp mind.
Shimane Prefecture awards a college student’s family a settlement in restitution for the roadside accident that took her life.
Meg shows us further proof that no matter where you go in Japan, you’re never very far away from something that tastes really good.
Turns out there’s a simple way you assess whether you’re a happy drunk or a dangerous one, at least according to one Japanese Twitter user.
Journey from Tokyo to Rio de Janeiro recreated in the style of Nintendo’s classic games
Marugame Udon, a ubiquitous Tokyo noodle shop, serves this delicious “hidden” menu item for just 130 yen.
Brush up on your flying chariot versus incense chariot tactics with this close-quarters version of the complex Japanese relative of chess.
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Sounds like the U.K. is getting its second Studio Ghibli anime-based stage production, and very soon.
These delicious-looking, chocolate-covered truffles come in some seriously cute Halloween-themed Tsum Tsum wrappers.

















Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Japan has a cute Pokémon menu you probably don’t know about yet
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Japan worried about its aging population… of traffic lights
Blurring the bravery/stupidity line by taste-testing 16-year-old instant ramen 【Video】
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
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
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Japan worried about its aging population… of traffic lights
Blurring the bravery/stupidity line by taste-testing 16-year-old instant ramen 【Video】
One-of-a-kind Osaka-themed Uniqlo Shinsaibashi opens
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s bathhouse-themed bar replaces hot water with unlimited alcohol
Studio Ghibli wind chime adds anime charm to the summer breeze
Is Japan’s “Daughter in a box” a myth?【Myth-Busters Series】
Japanese commercial shows off blissful world where cats outnumber people at the office【Video】