For the ladies – An awesomely authentic old-school capsule hotel that accepts female travelers

Our experience traveler/capsule hotel newbie spends a night at Apaiser.

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Did we strike gold or strike out with this rooftop beer garden on top of a Tokyo parking garage?

It’s not where you’d expect a summer beer garden to be, but we’ve been surprised before and couldn’t pass up a chance to investigate.

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Why is self-censoring tape appearing all over Tokyo’s host club ads?【Photos】

New law means that one of the host club industry’s standard marketing ploys is now illegal.

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Children’s books about hybrid mouse-bread thief celebrates 5th anniversary with huge event

If bread theft is wrong, then baby, I don’t wanna be right.

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Mobile battery fire breaks out on Tokyo’s main commuter line

Battery began to burn after less than a minute of use, owner says.

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These are Osaka’s three best digital rail passes for travelers

Unlimited subway rides, free admission to some of the city’s best sightseeing spots, and no paper ticket you need to pick up at a service counter.

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Young Magazine to give away special US-only edition with works by new and legendary mangaka

Over 1,000 pages of free manga goodness.

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Totoro and Jiji tail seat cushions blend Studio Ghibli backsides with yours【Photos】

Ghibli tails from Ghibli tales.

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We found a literal hole in the wall in Tokyo for great coffee at amazing prices

We’d have fallen in love with this Harajuku spot even if they didn’t give you free dessert (but they do).

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World’s most popular emoji ranking shows something missing from Japan’s top picks

Multi-country study has one element in every nation’s top five emoji, but not Japan’s.

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Discover some of the best snacks in Atami, a wonderland of Japanese street food

There’s a lot more to the city than just hot springs and seaside views.

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Sanrio’s My Melody Kuromi Game Plaza welcoming guests in Tokyo, will head overseas too

Free games, cute photo spots, and two of Sanrio’s biggest stars show up in Shibuya.

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That time we tried to fill the void of real ikemen with 360 cups of Butamen instant noodles instead

Some may call it crazy to try to replace guys with cup ramen, but as we’ve always said, “Noods before dudes.”

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Japanese guitar maker Fernandes declares bankruptcy due to plummeting sales

The patch cable has been pulled.

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Toy guns won from crane games all over Japan could be used as real guns, warn police

Good thing those machines are really hard to win at.

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Too sexy to show, or sexier not showing anything? Anime to air in audio-only on Tokyo TV channel

One channel won’t be showing any of Nukitashi’s visuals, but is this censorship or something else?

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This mountain cottage retreat in Japan is the perfect summer escape

Skip the city heat and unwind with fresh mountain air at this charming summer resort.

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Toto to release next-gen Japanese toilet tech that scans and keeps track of your poop

Captain’s log…

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Canadian corporation withdraws bid to acquire 7-Eleven Japan and its parent company

US$47 billion 7-Eleven shopping trip hasn’t gone as hoped.

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Donations pouring in from foreign Uma Musume fans for Japan’s real-life loveable loser racehorse

The hit video game/anime’s Haru Urara is a real horse, and fans have found a way to show their love for their heroine who never gave up.

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