“One-of-a-kind premium fireworks” event offers amazing views with eye-popping ticket prices.
One of Japan’s three most beautiful gardens gets even more beautiful with special ume illumination event.
Yoshinoya, Matsuya, and Sukiya battle it out with each other plus a dark horse contender as we go looking for the tastiest pork miso soup.
Plus, we tried crafting even crazier natto x mochi ice cream variations featuring kimchi, squid, and more.
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Honorary Pokémon governor of Udon Prefecture has a treat that might be even tastier than his tail.
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Tumblers, mugs, Stanley cups…and a blanket to keep you warm during night-time hanami picnics.
Special release includes a Sakura Roasted Green Tea Latte filled with Japanese ingredients.
Technology hopes to help visitors from overseas more thoroughly enjoy a unique aspect of Akiba culture.
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