If you loved the scenery in Chihiro’s train journey in Spirited Away, you’ll love this unique location just one hour away from Tokyo.
Major Kusanagi and the members of Public Security Section 9 are on a quest to promote cybersecurity as part of an upcoming public awareness campaign.
If you’re thinking of making Fluffy contribute more around the house, then we’ve found the perfect way to jump-start his career as a working feline.
Japanese vending machines always get lavished with attention but now it’s time for their trash cans to step into the spotlight.
This new subscription box is full of extremely cute items from Japan that will make your heart go *boom boom*.
“Hello? Yes, my truck seems to be on fire… No, don’t worry, I’m bringing it to you. See you in five!”
You can learn all the words and practice all the kanji, but there’s one little Japanese language quirk that will almost certainly trip you up when you first encounter it.
We try out this revolutionary condiment that could change the way everyone eats sushi, sashimi, or anything really.
Filipino impersonator Paolo Ballesteros works his make-up magic yet again, this time transforming himself into the ladies of Miss Universe.
Why just use boobs to sell your product, when you can use boobs and humor?
Time may have changed him, but we still have these nostalgic photos of how music legend David Bowie used to be.
Sanada Yukimura is among the most popular military leaders of medieval Japan. And now you can use his swords and spear to mangle all the paperwork you hate!
Akira Toriyama feels your pain, anime fight fans.


















Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Burger King Japan Offering 15 Bacon Strips for $1 So We Order Whopper With 105 Bacon Strips
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
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
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Burger King Japan Offering 15 Bacon Strips for $1 So We Order Whopper With 105 Bacon Strips
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Are all Starbucks coffee sizes the same? Testing the viral video claim in Japan
Yakuza may be blocked from using all expressways in Japan within the decade
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan now sells…sake made with moth poop?!?
Observing the first night of a married couple – Does such a family tradition exist?
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
The top nine stand-and-eat soba noodle restaurants in Tokyo