There’s a big surprise waiting inside this affordably premium-priced item from the 100 yen store chain.
Out of all the motifs to come out in this collab, there was one which completely blindsided us.
After decades of nebulous legal fights, Macross will finally be coming to the rest of the world!
If you’re looking for a good way to dispose of your leftover over ramen broth, but can’t get Cup Noodle’s powder, try this.
Mr. Donut mixes an array of traditional Japanese flavors into a new lineup of irresistible sweets.
Fans of the viral hit comic will notice a subtle and worrying detail in this well-intentioned project.




















What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Time to get wet: Underwater photos of girls in sailor suits and… plastic exoskeletons?
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
New Japanese banknotes selling online for up to 40 times original value
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
It’s time to say goodbye to one of Tokyo’s most famous landmark meeting spots
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
New Japanese banknotes selling online for up to 40 times original value
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
It’s time to say goodbye to one of Tokyo’s most famous landmark meeting spots
Ever wondered what Japanese prison food tastes like? Try it firsthand at the “Prison Cafeteria”
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Sapporo Snow Festival reveals upcoming ice sculptures and displays for 2018
No, that’s not French bread, it’s Japan’s crazy-big gobo!
Studio Ghibli releases new anime character socks to put a magical spring in your step
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and Dragon Quest pet product line announced by Square Enix