Soba restaurant chain’s claim leads us to cross the standard line of where tempura is supposed to go.
A visit to the Studio Ghibli amusement park just got easier to fit into your schedule and budget.
We find out which spray is best for protecting ourselves and learn a valuable lesson about wind direction.
Unco Inc.’s bundle includes a card that could come in very handy in certain circumstances.
Japanese NBA player collaborates on design that features another symbol of good luck besides sakura.
Beautiful display of Japanese care and attention brings warmth to this snowy tourist site.
This lucky bag was the perfect example of how the annual New Year’s deal can truly expand your horizons–not to mention, your soup skills.
Police arrest man who apparently traveled half-way across the country to kill a rabbit with his foot.
The fun starts at the front desk, but it’s time to find out how far the weirdness extends through the hotel.
Fire breaks out at Osaka arcade popular with foreign tourists, motorcycle in building may have made situation worse.
They don’t come with a toy, but Pokémon Trainers will receive something they’ll probably like even more.
Aquarium won’t have real visitors for several months, but in the meantime this fish has some cardboard ones.




















Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
Nagasaki high school students collab with sweets veteran to release carrot nama dorayaki
Final Fantasy VII’s Sephiroth finds happiness in a canned cocktail[Video]
Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
How to use the self-serve dispensers for green tea at conveyor bel sushi restaurants in Japan
Here’s the best spot to take in a panoramic view at “the most beautiful Starbucks in the world”
Starbucks Japan adds a new milk tea Frappucino to its lineup for a limited time
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
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
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
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
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Here’s the best spot to take in a panoramic view at “the most beautiful Starbucks in the world”
Starbucks Japan adds a new milk tea Frappucino to its lineup for a limited time
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
We try “The Dream,” Asahi’s new, purportedly “perfect” beer【Taste Test】
Japan’s most popular beers, according to 70 million customers
Starbucks vs. Tully’s — Is there such a big difference between Japan’s coffee giants?【Taste test】
What are the worst things about living in the Japanese countryside?[Survey]
Studio Ghibli adds new anime character puppet socks to its merchandise store in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Japanese convenience store brings rice balls back to 100 yen – Is this deal worth it?[Taste test]