A mystery Naruto countdown page has recently appeared on Weekly Shonen Jump magazine’s website, but scant details are leaving fans guessing as to what exactly it means!
After reading this adorable comic, you may never be able to look at the humble koala in the same way ever again–but you’ll love them even more!
Multiple choice tests were already annoying enough; let’s see the Scantron machine scan this answer sheet.
Split-second timing leads to amazing results when photographing the alley cats of Japan.
Chiong. Heng. Gostun. Don’t know these words? Then pay attention to these videos and learn some Singaporean English.
One city in Gifu is trying to put a little bounce into its local tourism by using Kocho, the top-heavy character from No-Rin, on its promotional media.
A 343 Industries render artist shows us what Link might have looked like if The Legend of Zelda had been in a western developer’s hands.
On November 28, the results of Japan’s first national survey about attitudes toward gay marriage were revealed. What kind of image did they paint of the people of Japan?
Want to wear Hello Kitty accessories and still be taken seriously? In Japan you can. Here’s why.
Domo-kun is down on the ice and can’t get up! Who can save the furry, brown monster mascot?!?
What happens when children contribute new entries to dictionaries? Cat ears happen, that’s what! Err, but maybe not the kind we were hoping for…
Remember Touken Ranbu, that game where you turn historical Japanese swords into hot men? Well, one shop is now turning those men into delectable cakes!
Disney and dollmaker Volks come together to create a one-of-a-kind Cinderella Super Dollfie, but its final price costs an arm and a leg, plus maybe a glass slipper or two.
I recently visited several areas of the Miyagi coastline decimated by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. This is what I saw.

















Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
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
Japan now sells…sake made with moth poop?!?
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Studio Ghibli unveils new Rollbahn notebook in honour of Howl’s Moving Castle
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Hey, 2020s kids! The ’90s have a sticker picture message waiting for you in Tokyo
Beyond matcha sweets: Japan’s favorite katsu sandwich maker releasing matcha pork cutlet sandwich
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
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
Studio Ghibli unveils new Rollbahn notebook in honour of Howl’s Moving Castle
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Hey, 2020s kids! The ’90s have a sticker picture message waiting for you in Tokyo
Beyond matcha sweets: Japan’s favorite katsu sandwich maker releasing matcha pork cutlet sandwich
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Hayao Miyazaki interview quote surfaces explaining why anime’s Nausicaa has large breasts
Whiskey shaved ice: A frozen treat for adults in Kyoto
Turns out you can draw all four original starter Pokémon with just three colored pencils【Video】
How to write “sakura” in Japanese (and why it’s written that way)
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]