There’s a whole lot to love in this sneak-peak at the remake of the Rumiko Takahashi classic.
Urashima Taro spent centuries at the sea dragon’s palace at the bottom of the ocean, but this Nagano temple says it’s where the story ends.
Anime studio had something to say about the restaurant filled with its characters and a menu inspired by them.
This relatively unknown local delicacy is well worth getting your hands on…if you can find it!
Japanese train otaku recognise Ambassador Emanuel as a fellow railway geek during his “weekend of firsts”.
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Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
Japanese men list seven traits that would make it impossible for them to date a woman
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Summer nights at this amazing Tokyo open-air museum are like stepping back in time
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
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
New cafe in trendy Tokyo neighborhood is staffed by grannies and grandpas with average age of 73
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
Japanese men list seven traits that would make it impossible for them to date a woman
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Summer nights at this amazing Tokyo open-air museum are like stepping back in time
Japan now sells…sake made with moth poop?!?
Japan Travel: Explore a hidden cave on a tiny monorail roller coaster thrill ride in Nara
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki releases new artworks, still wants to make movies
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
Human traffic jam on Mt. Fuji shows why weekdays are the best days to hike the symbol of Japan
How much is Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated currency calculator worth in yen?
Road trip! All-you-can-eat tempura for just 700 yen in Kumamoto Prefecture