Gyms and PokéStops found near sites including monument to children who died in the atomic blast and from related sickness.
No longer just a ball of tears, the Smile Ball is here to change the way you think about onions.
The Guinness World record-holding game joins up with the Guinness World record-holding rice paddy to create a Dragon Quest artwork on a massive scale.
Pokémon Trainers don’t need comfortable shoes as long as they have one of the relaxing gadgets.
We take a tour of the Zombie Museum and learn a little about life…and death. Well, pretty much only death actually.
Test your knowledge of Japanese trends by spotting the “buzz points” in this action-packed commercial.
Japanese netizens have cracked the code revealing when Pokémon GO takes place in the Poké-timeline.
The popular app is sweeping through the country, transforming dogs and cats into cute new creatures with round and furry mouse-style ears.
Having trouble playing the game with one hand holding onto your umbrella? Now we’ll show you how to stay dry while keeping both hands free for catching Pokémon!
The beloved Japanese food sushi is often thought to be dauntingly difficult to make, so can one of our reporters figure it out with a little help from the pros?
Now that summer vacation has started in Japan as well, how are the Japanese police forces finding the popular smartphone game?



















Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Sazae-san breaks own Guinness World Records again for 55 years on television
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Japanese man grabbed by wild monkey, chased for hundreds of meters while jogging
So long, Satomobile! We repaint our car with magic markers for Japan’s cheapest paint job【Video】
New squirrel-cheek boob-adjacent video game is all about the nuts, includes “sensitive mode”
Jason calls off Friday the 13th activities due to coronavirus
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Burger King releases new Plant-Based Whopper in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
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?
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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
So long, Satomobile! We repaint our car with magic markers for Japan’s cheapest paint job【Video】
New squirrel-cheek boob-adjacent video game is all about the nuts, includes “sensitive mode”
Jason calls off Friday the 13th activities due to coronavirus
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Burger King releases new Plant-Based Whopper in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Which Japanese convenience store has the best miso vegetable stick pack?【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle x Loewe collection is as magical as the anime movie
Princess Mononoke gets first-ever IMAX screenings to show off gorgeous new remaster【Video】
Old postcards reveal famous Japanese tourist spots as they appeared 100 years ago