Fan recreates the joy and frustration of the first steps into the survival horror franchise.
Come for Toshio Suzuki’s easy, step-by-step instructions, stay for the hidden Ghibli gems in the office.
Old-school design feature promises that happy days will come again and encourages community to share what it’s looking forward to.
Fan creators and their fellow otaku weren’t deterred by the fact that they couldn’t be on-site to celebrate doujinshi culture!
As the Ministry of Agriculture urges everyone to stay calm and rest assured that there is no shortage of flour.
Dragon Ball and Fullmetal Alchemist veteran mixes real-world environment with amazing hand-drawn animation.
Japan might be under a state of emergency, but the only emergency these customers are worried about is not catching limited-edition Pokémon fashion.
The shrine to Hayao Miyazaki’s anime studio famously doesn’t allow guests to take photos or videos, but now it’s sharing its own!
“Bizarre” only begins to describe the strange imagery seen in this new series of commercials as we begin prep for bug season.
Once he was just a junior high kid who drew a Mega Man robot, but now he’s one of the most beloved comic artists in the world.
Just because you’re sheltering in place doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself to the good food.
The fun-loving anime robot cat gets serious as he delivers a message from the post-coronavirus pandemic world.


















What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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?
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
You COULD eat a terrifying octopus egg in Japan, but SHOULD you? Let’s find out!【Taste test】
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
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
You COULD eat a terrifying octopus egg in Japan, but SHOULD you? Let’s find out!【Taste test】
Japan’s Pop-up Pirate game turns 50 and changes up the rules
Japanese monaka ice cream looks very different in Hokkaido
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
Human knights who fight for Lords Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll? Sanrio launches fantasy franchise
Final Fantasy VII Remake director discusses Tifa’s visibly smaller breats