With no sign yet of the seven-year-old, new details have emerged about the chain of events that led to the ongoing crisis.
The hit manga-turned-anime is about to receive its first live-action adaptation for television.
An aversion to gluten doesn’t have to interfere with your gluttony for ramen at the collection of prestigious restaurants specializing in the delicious noodles.
The stunning new plate series brings iconic imagery from the modern-day world of manga and anime to a revered traditional art.
Animators with ties to Studio Ghibli and Walt Disney Japan team up for mouth-watering anime ad.
An adorable tweet and a playful reply from Amazon has the Japanese net talking about both the cat and Amazon’s customer service.
Our reporter P.K. Sanjun can drive them off in droves!
It must be really frustrating when you almost pee yourself while trying to get clean.
Anime North cosplayers bring their “A” game proving you don’t have to be in Japan for your favorite characters to come to life!
Pikachu and Nintendo find themselves in the middle of a cultural controversy in Hong Kong.
From cakes to rice rolls, these delicious looking food items inspired by popular mascot cat Nyaran are almost too cute to eat!
Convenience stores in Japan really do have everything, including a meal from the world’s only Michelin-starred ramen restaurant.
If you missed your chance to get your hands on these awesome outfits and accessories last time, it looks like you’re in luck!

















New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
History’s largest force of Samurai Colonel Sanders deploying to KFC Japan branches
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Does this video about an abandoned dog leave you wiping your eyes or shaking your fist?
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
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
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
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
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 now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
History’s largest force of Samurai Colonel Sanders deploying to KFC Japan branches
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Does this video about an abandoned dog leave you wiping your eyes or shaking your fist?
Adorable napping otters in Mie Prefecture school humanity in how to relax
Delve into Japanese lesbian manga with new book “The Introduction to the World of Yuri”
Lovisia Pokémon cosmetics are back with more Pokémon choices than ever before
【Obituary】 Giant isopod “No.1” found dead after more than five years of not eating
New Shinkansen bullet train design revealed for Nagasaki extension
Start planning for next year’s Halloween with this official Majin Buu costume
Two Japanese burgers contain whole crab, but which one is best?