A Buddhist temple in Tokyo is now offering custom-made omamori charms, and their brilliant colors and designs are…well, nothing short of “charming”!
As a natural phenomenon loved by many, snow can be pretty cool. Unfortunately, in Tokyo, it’s often more like a wet, cold monster that ruins everything!
Our reporter’s fashion quest continues as he ventures into the ultra-hip jungle of Tokyo’s Harajuku with a mere 10,000 yen (US$85), this time enlisting the help of two high school girls who know the terrain like the back of their hands.
The five members of the popular group appeared sombre during their special television appearance last night.
From chocolates to primate “poop”, fans of Shabani the handsome gorilla have a lot to look forward to this Valentine’s Day.
On and around 19 January, trucks will be hitting the streets to raise awareness of the health benefits of enemas. You’ll be able to recognize them by the cute female drivers who appear to be constantly pooping…
Feeling jealous of Tony Stark’s Jarvis? Soon, you may have a hologram assistant of your own!
We hear there are also customized cars at the event, but somehow our eyes were drawn elsewhere.
This beautiful grandmother shows the world there’s no age limit when it comes to having fun.
New business model aims for US$855 million in profits in several years.
There are a lot of things that shock us about the anime world, but this is one thing that we never expected to see.
It seems controversy over the new National Stadium for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics isn’t over yet.
Twitter users claim that after a recent snowfall Tokyoites were greeted by eight times as many Hachikos as usual. But is it a loyal doggy miracle, or just an adorable bit of photo editing?
Panasonic showed off a transparent display seemingly straight out of Tony Stark’s lab at this year’s CES in Las Vegas.
If you’ve got such a powerful sweet tooth that you worship chocolate, these might be just the treats for you.
There’s more to this unusual shrine than its stunning red torii gates that lead down to the Sea of Japan.
So Saitama, Superman, Batman, Captain America and Iron Man all walk into a bar. What happens next is a little messy.
It’s less than a month till the Snow Miku 2016 festival! And even more fans will be delighted this year, as Miku teams up with μ’s from Love Live!
















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
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japanese Scottish Fold Motimaru grabs Guinness World Record for most watched cat on YouTube
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
One Piece Red T-shirt line from Uniqlo will make fellow fans green with envy【Photos】
Tokyo sakura report: Why Shinjuku Gyoen beats Ueno Park for hanami cherry blossom viewing
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
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japanese Scottish Fold Motimaru grabs Guinness World Record for most watched cat on YouTube
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
One Piece Red T-shirt line from Uniqlo will make fellow fans green with envy【Photos】
Tokyo sakura report: Why Shinjuku Gyoen beats Ueno Park for hanami cherry blossom viewing
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Ryuk from Death Note performs Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen in official release video
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Peko-chan Milky Time Cafe opens in Chiba and we go to check out all of the pastries and merch
Is a snow day the perfect day to beat the crowds at a popular ramen restaurant? [Experiment]
Ginza hotel serves up one of the best breakfasts in Tokyo
10 beautiful packaging designs from Japan
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid