Seibu Railways is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a brand new limited-express train. As innovative and cool as the proposed design is, the concept art is rather unfortunate-looking…
Sure, he could fly down from there, but that’s just what you’d be expecting him to do.
Already checked all the sushi and ramen boxes on your Japanese food pilgrimage list? Then come along with us to the country’s favorite unagi specialist, located in downtown Tokyo.
Smell like death, or at least the undead, with this brand new limited-edition scent inspired by Biohazard.
Single-person sleeping areas connected by a common space give you a living room in the great outdoors.
Have a few thousand dollars just lying around? Well then these giant anime figures are just the thing for you!
Nostalgic Japanese candy meets fragrant incense for a scent-sational retro treat that won’t rot your teeth or split your pants, but might burn a hole in your rug…
With winter finally over, it’s time to start gorging ourselves on frozen desserts, starting with this combination of two of everyone’s favorite things: ice cream and pudding!
Video footage shows a woman who may or may not have a confused grasp of “priority seating.”
Slip into the Taisho Period of Japan’s past as you slip on a kimono from this unique part of the country’s history.
Because what better way to showcase an eye for precision than to build a miniature obstacle course for marbles?

















Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Float all of your troubles away with a boat ride down the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Foreigner-friendly maid cafe adds translation panels to Akihabara location
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
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
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
Float all of your troubles away with a boat ride down the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Foreigner-friendly maid cafe adds translation panels to Akihabara location
Restaurant Yoshibei is crazy in the best way: A pork cutlet set with a side of pork cutlet bowl
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Studio Ghibli adds magic to your matcha with new tea ceremony whisk and bowl
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
Man vs. Steak: We band together to eat 4.5 kilograms of beef at Ikinari Steak
This upcycled Kyoto train cafe is the ultimate kawaii spring experience
“Get fat now!” commands Tokyo restaurant that gives you the means to do just that