Japan’s popular shrimp-flavoured snack now comes covered in a coating of dark green matcha chocolate.
Osaka police recently uncovered a booming mail-order business servicing the entire nation with pornographic DVDs which lacked the legally required pixellation over actors’ genitalia.
You mean there’s a video that takes the world of Star Wars and combines it with the ruthless fun of Mario Kart? YES, PLEASE!
Step into a magical world where girls go about their daily lives alongside a giant, gentle canine protector.
Despite all that he has faced in his life so far, this blossoming musician just wants to rock.
Have the toughest pirate team that’s ever sailed the seas decorate your official marriage paperwork.
From sneezes to panties, it’s not always like some people expect.
A study found that workers in Japan distrust their employers significantly more than workers in the US, UK, Canada and Australia do.
“Aren’t you our manager?” asked a shocked member of staff when a man wearing a mask and sunglasses and brandishing a kitchen knife entered the restaurant and demanded money.
As hugely popular instant messaging app LINE supplants most other forms of communication in Japan, a poll asks young Japanese people: Is it okay to break up with someone by IM?
With mixed messages in Japanese and moves stirring up hard feelings in mainland China, Madonna’s Taiwan leg of her Rebel Heart Tour left people with lots to talk about.



















Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japan has only one airport named after a samurai, so let’s check out Kochi Ryoma【Photos】
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
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Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 1]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Host club royalty Roland demonstrates his night-time routine, claims it’s not dissimilar to yours
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420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
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 Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 1]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Host club royalty Roland demonstrates his night-time routine, claims it’s not dissimilar to yours
Which convenience store onigiri rice balls are the most popular? Survey reveals surprising results
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Japanese government’s investment alligator mascot missing, possibly in hiding
This is Japan’s only shrine with a Shinkansen tunnel underneath it
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Asics Ukiyo-e x Manga sneakers combine modern and traditional Japan for Tokyo Marathon 2021
The joy of pancakes, and why they might kill you
Hey, 2020s kids! The ’90s have a sticker picture message waiting for you in Tokyo
Site of the worst bear attack in Japanese history is a chilling place to visit