An MC from a Japanese variety show recently visited the prestigious Miss & Mr. Aoyama Contest and discovered some very tough competition.
Japan now has a new crazy potato chip flavour, and it tastes just like a Japanese Christmas cake!
“Where’s the downloadable content beef?” is a valid question, but overlooks the fact that video games used to be like ham and cheese sandwiches.
Luxury designer brand Moschino has come out with a line of Super Mario apparel and accessories, but the prices may make you think twice!
Whether it’s deserved or not, China has something of a reputation for producing convincing copies. Another thing the country is known for, however, is having authorities that do not suffer fools gladly…
Lovers of science, color, and pretty, shiny things in general will also love this beautiful “Spectrum Cube” necklace!
After four months of development, Japanese online retailer Felissimo has finally captured the scent of a cat’s forehead in a bottle.
What do you do when you want a Lamborghini but can’t afford one? You make one out of cardboard!
Hello Kitty’s parent company launches Twitter account for group of five beautiful boys who love Sanrio characters (and their merchandise).
Police were luckily able to return all the fighters to Adventure Mode before any serious injuries were sustained.
Thanks to years of espionage and international intrigue, Hattifatteners and Snufkin were first brought to Japan.
We always thought basic math principles were useful, but who knew they could be funny too?
Who says sumo wrestlers can’t be sexy?
This is surely only the beginning. We must immortalize the defiant dog’s face in every product we can possibly imagine.


















Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Survey finds that one in five high schoolers don’t know who music legend Masaharu Fukuyama is
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Starbucks Japan complexly raises prices, will now charge for takeout bags
Department store rooftop in Tokyo is a secret oasis above the city
Oh Boy, That’s Pretty Racist (Part Two): Japanese woman explains why Taiwanese girls suck
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
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
Oh Boy, That’s Pretty Racist (Part Two): Japanese woman explains why Taiwanese girls suck
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Osaka establishes first designated smoking area in Dotonbori canal district to fight “overtourism”
Saitama is home to the best strawberries in Japan that you’ve probably never even heard of
Coffin meditation sessions being offered by Tokyo relaxation parlor
The 5 best Iwate foods and drinks to buy at the prefecture’s antenna shop in Tokyo
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Japanese manhole covers become a hit with foreign tourists in off-the-beaten path Tokyo area
We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season