How many pieces of finger-lickin’ chicken do you think our Japanese reporters will be able to finish by the end of the 45-minute feast?
Ever wondered what it would be like to shove your mouth into a three-gallon mound of glistening, wobbly jelly? We’ve got all the crazy photos after the break!
Gather around and listen to the tale of Discreet Relationship; the most gosh darn precious biker gang Japan has ever seen.
Gorgeous samurai styles can be delivered to your door as the maker of the famous samurai chino pants now offers international shipping for his entire collection.
Telecom company DoCoMo turns vegetables, camera flashes, and pressed shirts into an orchestra【Video】
Super Mario Bros. 3, Mega Man 2, Metroid, and Final Fantasy all included in save state-equipped device.
Cast of Mamoru Hosoda’s hit anime is here to add some time-travelling charm to your messages.
Nicknamed the “Devil’s Tongue” by Jesuit missionaries, Japanese is one of the most difficult languages to learn. So, how many Westerners in Japan can really speak it fluently?
Slip into some Shinji panties or a Kaworu bra with these new intimate anime apparel options.
The new ad will bring tears to your eyes while revealing some interesting statistics about Japanese society.
Pokémon Go isn’t the only Pokémon game around, as two brand new Pokémon are revealed, and they’re both a little scary.
Cute like a kitty, and also maybe crazy like a fox?


















Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan’s super colorful Super Sentai Burger is here, but can this crazy thing actually taste good?
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Japanese cat cafe shut down permanently by Tokyo government for animal welfare violations
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
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
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan’s super colorful Super Sentai Burger is here, but can this crazy thing actually taste good?
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Japanese cat cafe shut down permanently by Tokyo government for animal welfare violations
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Open-air public toilet at Sensoji temple in Tokyo is waiting to be discovered by foreign tourists
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
U.S. Rapper Lil Baby makes waves in Japan, but for something other than his music
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan has a set phrase for the crazy busy feeling we all get at the start of the year
Is Japan’s custom of slurping noodles irritating, and why do they do it?【SN24 reader survey】
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)