Japanese high school kendo coach caught forcing students to pay birthday-tribute money

Typically, students are encouraged to report bullying to the adults, but what do you do when the adult is the bully?

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Tokyo woman in trouble with the law after selling high-priced Evangelion bootleg posters

Fans of the anime baffled by backgrounds for Rei Ayanami posters.

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“Life-size” Pokémon skeletons going on display to help kids learn about fossils

Pikachu does Jurassic Park cosplay for traveling Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibit.

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Cultural Affairs Commissioner thinks some Japanese music sucks, angers many

Newly appointed commissioner bringing a little X Factor to cultural promotion.

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Japan’s most iconic vending machine food returns, but without the machines?!?

Nichirei’s Hot Food returns, thanks to the very thing that caused it to disappear in the first place.

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Mystery Tourist Spot: Merlions in Japan?

Unique bridge fountains you won’t find anywhere else in Japan. 

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Anime voice actress Megumi Hayashibara’s Lina Inverse will hold virtual VTuber concert

Slayers star takes virtual stage, with one more anime sorceress along for the fun.

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The top 10 universities in Japan determined by 2021 World University Rankings

Top ten universities in the overall ranking are situated in nine different Japanese prefectures

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We visit the Japanese branch of a Singaporean restaurant serving Singapore-style tempura

What kind of flair does Singaporean tempura have? Let’s find out!

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Nintendo announces new Lego Luigi set, and Japan gets it first【Photos, video】

Super Mario’s brother is ready to show he’s super too!

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Japan’s Department of Magic releases new “Magic School” uniform

Mix-and-match pieces are the cosplay/street fashion crossover witches have been waiting for. 

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Pokémon Pinap Berry Juice being served in real world at Tokyo’s Pikachu Sweets cafe【Taste test】

Raise a glass to one of Pokémon’s favorite in-game snacks, which you can now try for yourself!

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High fashion and kimono: Kyoto’s Wazigen Shizukuya ushers in new kimono couture for Spring 2021

Swagger through town with the latest from this premier kimono brand.

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Godiva vs. Haagen-Dazs: Who’s got the best limited-edition flavors of spring?

Three different flavors and textures–but one clearly comes out on top

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Animage x Ghibli art exhibition in Ginza celebrates the history of Nausicaä, Ghibli works

Anime magazine partners with Studio Ghibli for archival displays, a collaboration cafe menu, and reissued bonus merch for sale.

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Japanese sports company Mizuno releases stylish furniture which doubles as training equipment

Another perfect way to get some exercise while working at the desk or watching TV.

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Prince Harry’s new “chimpo” job title makes people in Japan giggle

In Japan, a chimpo has a whole other meaning. 

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This amazing bowl of meaty ramen? Made entirely with Japanese convenience store stuff

Ramen expert shows us the most luxurious way to drop 1,000 yen at 7-Eleven.

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Nintendo is suing Bowser to stop his latest evil plan

King of the Koopas remains in fine legal standing, but someone with his namesake is headed to the courtroom.

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Teacher disciplined for drinking alcohol during class in Japan

Students driving you to drink is no excuse to open a cold one in the classroom.

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