Japan has a lot vending machines, but there’s only one like this.
After falling in love with tacos in Mexico, our taste tester tests the newest outside-the-box idea from Sushiro.
If you’re not sure if that old man is really in need of assistance, you don’t have to be the one to help.
Who’s the most relatable character in a dating sim? Why, your male best friend, of course!
Take a trip back to Bubble Era ’80s Japan and the series where the tsundere archetype started.
This recipe is even better than the new McShake, with much more of that distinctive Japanese flavour.
No one is climbing Mt. Fuji this year, but everyone can recreate the symbol of Japan in their home.
Today’s recipe comes from Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido and the traditional culture of the Ainu people.
An ultra-easy bit of home cooking makes our reporter nostalgic for something he’s never eaten before.
Tokyo-based manufacturer specifically forbids one of Japan’s most time-honored steamy “welcome home” clichés.
Lucky buyers will also score the chance to win a limited-edition collectible Pokémon trading card.



















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?
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Free food awaits those who finish “Spicy Mapo Tofu of Hell,” but it isn’t easy
Starbucks releases a Kyoto Matcha Latte in Japan for a limited time
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
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
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Free food awaits those who finish “Spicy Mapo Tofu of Hell,” but it isn’t easy
Starbucks releases a Kyoto Matcha Latte in Japan for a limited time
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
FINALLY! An acceptable breakfast option at 7-Eleven! We try the Eggs Benedict Sandwich
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
Tokyo’s Cardcaptor Sakura exhibition has giant Kero-chan, free cosplay, and English signage
Does Japan owe one of its favorite foods to a bookstore owner? Trying the “original” Hayashi rice
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time