The Spy x Family lucky bag takes its time revealing its secrets, but that’s part of what makes it so fun.
Will a curry with toppings randomly chosen by a computer be remotely edible? Let’s find out!
Simple and quick to make, these miso soup balls are not only delicious but will help get rid of any ingredients you have lying around!
Ingenious two-step process allows you to clean your hands and your smartphone at the same time.
It’s been staring us in the face all this time but we never made the connection until now.




















Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Float all of your troubles away with a boat ride down the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
This standing sushi bar inside a Tokyo train station blew us away with its speedy deliciousness
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
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
This standing sushi bar inside a Tokyo train station blew us away with its speedy deliciousness
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Our pal Butch (a.k.a. Big Wave) becomes face of Taco Bell Japan’s hexagonal chicken tacos
Capcom forgot to fix that ludicrous Chun-Li boob jiggle “glitch” in Street Fighter V【Video】
Eat a mountain of chicken katsu at this restaurant in Nara【Photos】
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Arcade game coin slot capsule toys bring coin-op style to your home or office【Photos】
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”