Historic Edo-period buildings, modern art, and secret doors all feature in a unique adventure.
From Haku’s rice ball to cursed chicken and charred newt cookies, this book will show you how to make Spirited Away’s fantastic fantasy fare.
Critics claim it’s an unfair advantage, but it’s one step closer to equality for Japan’s top women players in a male-dominated world.
Fans of Chiikawa and friends will delight in an opportunity to become immersed in the characters’ world.
Japan’s former capital experiences a historic first as inbound travel boom continues and Japanese travelers avoid staying in the city.
Dragon Quest Walk’s Kyoto strolls inspire collaboration with local confectioner that’s been in business for more than 300 years.




















Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Bear meat noodles?!? Tokyo restaurant adds a new kind of niku soba to its menu【Taste test】
We traveled almost 400 miles to get popcorn from this ninja machine, but do we regret it?【Photos】
Buddhist monks in Japan preparing to hold funeral service for thousands of stuffed animals, dolls
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Believe it! Naruto live-action stage play returns, shows off huge new cast and costumes【Photos】
We spent over US$400 at a Tokyo premium capsule machine, and we’re not sure how we feel about it
Neo Shinjuku Atsushi: New cyberpunk restaurant bar serves post-apocalyptic food in Tokyo
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stations
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
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
Buddhist monks in Japan preparing to hold funeral service for thousands of stuffed animals, dolls
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Believe it! Naruto live-action stage play returns, shows off huge new cast and costumes【Photos】
We spent over US$400 at a Tokyo premium capsule machine, and we’re not sure how we feel about it
Neo Shinjuku Atsushi: New cyberpunk restaurant bar serves post-apocalyptic food in Tokyo
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Japan’s Valentine’s chocolate Slimes let you say you say I love you like the Dragon Quest mascot
Bros? Kart? Party? Japanese gamers pick their top 5 Mario series
Umamusume anime cosplayers make news in U.S. for their pro football fandom【Video】
Why is there a wrestling ring in the Underground Arena fighting bar in Kabukicho?
Shikadamari: The Nara deer summer gathering phenomenon that baffles visitors every year
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stations
Tokyo has a bar that only lets you in if you come alone – No bringing your friends allowed!