Bandai’s next Dragon Ball figure will be of Vegeta, the fiercely proud Saiyan Prince, and yes, he really will be shaking (or vibrating, actually) with fear!
We visited the Kewpie Mayo Cafe on Mayonnaise Day, March 1, to sample some smooth and sophisticated mayo-drenched cuisine!
If you sliced the fish small enough, you could actually use this like a tiny version of the real thing.
Currently ranked number one on Amazon Japan’s design bestsellers list.
This ultra high-definition documentary is scheduled to come out this year. You can help support its production, and get some pretty cool things for doing so too!
Twenty-four enchanting images of China now available to us thanks to quite the unexpected source.
Prized traditional woodblock prints age even more gracefully when they’re recreated in shades of wine.
Our man investigates the artistic effects of using an iPhone vs. a disposable camera—the latest photo trend in Japan—to take pictures.
Just because you’re an alpaca, doesn’t mean you can’t have the hair and the attitude of a Shibuya bad-boy. Meet Nagasaki’s “Yankee Alpaca.”
The Super Mario Bros. are back to jump, flip and spin their way through another real-life level.
Not ready to reciprocate for Valentine’s Day yet? We’ve got just the trick to help you out!
The former member of the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force waited until he was 80 to reveal his artistic pastime.
Celebrity inventor and “Greatest Scientist in History” Dr. NakaMats throws his support behind the Republican front-runner in the form of the mightiest weapon known to man: Guard Wig.


















Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Float all of your troubles away with a boat ride down the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
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
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
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Awesome website allows you to make your own Dragon Ball character, battle other fighters
Is the new Shinkansen Train Desk ticket worth it?
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
300 year old Japanese confectioner gets ’serious, for real’ with a vegan, gluten free dorayaki
Japan’s ministry of economy reminds us to “use sound judgment” before buying toilet paper