Hello Kitty becomes part of Japan’s oldest manga with new line of accessories

The beloved Sanrio character becomes a Frolicking Animal!

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We get ourselves a facelift for less than ten dollars and look instantly younger

And all it took was a few strips of tape!

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Can we successfully recreate Snoop Dogg’s cookbook recipes in Japan?【SoraKitchen】

We find out whether or not there’s a learning curve to Tha Boss Dogg’s Kitchen.

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Sakura and matcha combine forces in new desserts from Kyoto’s Itohkyuemon

No need to choose between Japan’s two best sweets flavors as tea merchant gives you both.

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Translation trolls Japanese Elden Ring player as he tries to unlock nighttime fortress event

Auto-translated messages are all just part of the challenge in the Dark Souls successor.

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Not ready to go full tatami? This clever item adds a dash of Japanese reed flooring to your home

Part stool, part flooring, and entirely cool.

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Studio Ghibli releases new line of rings designed to be both jewellery and figurines

Special collection lets you wear your love of anime on your fingers and display it too.

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Spirited Away live-action stage play opens in Tokyo, and the photos look amazing

Chihiro, Haku, and No Face all take the stage as Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece comes to life.

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This is chalk?!? Yep, and it’s a touching Pokémon goodbye from a Japanese teacher to his students

Teacher bookends three years with his class with two stunning pieces of chalkboard art.

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Is Starbucks really the best place to go for sakura drinks in Japan?

Fans of Japanese coffee chain Doutor say: “Doubt it”. 

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Move over grilled cheese — we’ve discovered the tastiest toasted sandwich yet【Recipe】

Grilled croquette sandwiches may be our new favourite breakfast.

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Three unusual Japanese curries to celebrate Regional Retort Curry Day

Plus, find out what it takes to register a special day like this in Japan.

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Which of these three terrifying characters do you want as the mascot of Osaka’s World Expo?

A lot of eyes, very few “Ayes!” in public opinion poll.

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Russian Shop in Tokyo becomes target of vandalism after owner’s controversial remarks

Workers at the store send out a plea to the public. 

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Bullet Train starring Brad Pitt: Japanese fans react to new trailer

A closer look at some scenes reveals a very different kind of Japan to the one fans were expecting. 

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Someone secretly left a beautiful, touching present for Totoro at Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum【Photos】

And the wrapping makes it extra special.

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The Japanese dog cafe that isn’t technically a dog cafe

Drink in the company of cute golden retrievers at Cafe de Monca.

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Which Japanese conveyor belt sushi chain has the best yellowtail sushi?【Taste test】

Hamachi and buri are on our mind and on our plate.

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Sayonara, crossbows – Police ask owners to turn in their crossbows as new ban goes into effect

Possession of crossbow without a license to become illegal this month.

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Japan to accept Ukrainian refugees

Prime minister says he wants Japan to “respond as it should as quickly as possible.”

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