This retelling of the classic tokusatsu tale looks to be surprisingly fresh and nostalgic all at the same time.
What kind of grilling can Ronald expect to receive after being a-salted in broad daylight and taken into McCustody?
Original Pokémon fans are all grown up now, so it’s time to sell them some more revealing garments.
From the same creative kitchen that brought us No-Face yakisoba and Jabba the Hut shepherd’s pie, come another cute, delicious vegan recipe for all the Final Fantasy fans out there.
Police couldn’t help but think something might be afoot upon hearing the man ask, “Is it a crime to date a 15-year-old?”
After going head-over-heels for the illustrated Ellen-sensei, fans are startled to see her being portrayed by an actual human being.
YouTube channel Ask Japanese is flipping the script and asking foreigners what they think about the men they see around them. Find out if you agree with their observations!
Our nails may reveal a lot about us, and so may our middle and index fingers, but so do the length of our pinkies (apparently).
Marine wildlife volunteers cleverly fight garbage with garbage in order to successfully rescue this trapped porcupine fish.
Tokyo’s historic drinking district is sitting on prime real estate, and that’s got people thinking…
Forget kung fu action films, the newest kicking badass is this stinky-footed office lady from Japan.
Legendary anime studio GAINAX, of Neon Genesis Evangelion, FLCL, and Gurren Lagann fame, has entered the tomato business.




















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Beautiful Ghibli earrings allow you to finally reunite two of the studio’s star-crossed lovers
Hate your job? Be honest: Is it really worse than massaging hot supermodels for a living?
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
How to make epic pancakes with your Japanese rice cooker
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
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]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
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
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
Beautiful Ghibli earrings allow you to finally reunite two of the studio’s star-crossed lovers
Hate your job? Be honest: Is it really worse than massaging hot supermodels for a living?
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
How to make epic pancakes with your Japanese rice cooker
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
Street Fighter cafe now open in Tokyo for fans hyped and hungry for SF6 launch/lunches
We head to KFC in China to chow down on a pretty pink rose-flavoured burger【Taste test】
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
New Studio Ghibli Uniqlo T-shirt line coming to the U.S., Japan left out once again【Photos】
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Chinese poster for Totoro’s first theatrical release in country has a beautifully subtle secret
Studio Ghibli reveals surprising secrets hidden in My Neighbour Totoro
How to fold an adorable towel bunny while you wait for your meal