With four doughnuts in one, this might be Japan’s most decadent doughnut – but there’s a hack to buying this hidden treat.
Based-on-true-story shows how woman and her grandmother stay close even when they’re far apart.
The question of how to respond to the Japanese police’s quasi-random on-the-street questioning is a complex one, but this isn’t the answer.
Miniature Flaptor captures Hayao Miyazaki’s creative genius and transforms it into a pullback keychain.
Make a wish on not one but two little stars while you’re on vacation in western Tokyo this spring.
An unexpected encounter sends us on a journey to the other side of Japan, and into the past.
The best dates to plan your hanami flower-viewing trips and the top spots to see them this spring.




















Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Naruto jerseys coming to Major Leage Baseball theme nights, Hello Kitty to take over a field
Japan’s job-quitting service claims bosses contact it to try to make their employees quit
Should you warm up your convenience store onigiri rice balls in the microwave?【Taste test】
Japanese public toilet in Tokyo has windows that change colour when you use it
Clear tonkotsu ramen becomes a cult hit at “Ramen Runway” in Japan
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Should you warm up your convenience store onigiri rice balls in the microwave?【Taste test】
Japanese public toilet in Tokyo has windows that change colour when you use it
Clear tonkotsu ramen becomes a cult hit at “Ramen Runway” in Japan
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Japanese Twitter user spots moms showing fighting spirit during kids’ Pokémon card battle in park
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
Masterpieces of Japanese art brought to you through cake and cookies
Japanese TV issues heatstroke alert, says to avoid exercise, keeps showing high school baseball game
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
Feast your multiple eyes on the Harajuku Kawaii Monster Cafe’s tasty, toothsome dishes
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at KFC Japan?