Yoshiyuki Tomino’s anime career stretches all the way back to writing for Astro Boy, but it might be coming to a close.
Super Super Super Big Cushions can only be won in a contest but come with a month’s supply of Sea Chicken!
Our resident otaku gazes into the future and chooses four shows to watch that keep getting left off others’ “most anticipated” lists.
Wisteria Restaurant to pop up at Universal Studios Japan alongside Demon Slayer AR coaster.
A UFO catcher that goes beyond plushies and figures.
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Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
Kid trampling, surly schoolgirls, and dancing grains of rice: Cup rice ad is classic crazy Japan
Japanese government creates new word for cruelly hot summer days
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Honda Fit and Weekly Shonen Jump magazine create stunning Japanese itasha manga car【Pics】
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Honda Fit and Weekly Shonen Jump magazine create stunning Japanese itasha manga car【Pics】
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
Japanese manhole lid raises eyebrows with fertility god symbol that looks like… well, you know
Japanese candy craftsman creates new line of lollipops with traditional summer themes
Mr. Pringles, as Japan knows him, will change face and even emote on future packaging
Mr. Sato shares his own secret Ministop hack to help save the ailing convenience store
Get ready for yuru-kyara car plates! Japan to lift ban on colourful regional license plates
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan