Totoro, Kiki, and No Face are just some of the characters who’ve emerged from the moss-covered wall.
Gamer father showed his power, but the Japanese Internet thinks he might not have displayed much wisdom.
People are travelling far and wide to catch a glimpse of the rare beauty in this koi fish pond.
The year in review for Starbucks’ blended ice dessert drinks is a delicious trip down memory lane.
There’s a poetic beauty to this shot that will make the couple want to revisit it decades down the line.
Pair of visitors get called “jerks” online, but we’d have picked a harsher label.
A belated Christmas present from Japan’s idols and models.
Pocket monsters Charmander, Squirtle, and Bulbasaur also join in the fun for this hugely popular collection.
Celebrate the completion of your quest to find your true love with a real-world version of the video game’s Ceremony of Eternal Bonding.
Ring in the new year by getting into a staring contest with a pair of dark, soulless eyes for five-and-a-half days.
Free coupons and exclusive merchandise all wrapped up in a cute reusable brown paper takeout bag.
Adorable Japanese drinkware range pays homage to traditional Japanese motifs and traditions.
If you’re planning to attend Winter Comiket this year, be sure to drop by their booth for some valuable cosmetic tips.
As sad as it is to lose any animal from their entourage, this zoo went above and beyond to mark this furry friend’s passing as a real tragedy.
You’re not seeing double! The Sanrio icon really does have a twin sibling, though she’s very different from her world-famous sister.
With human faces staring out of their mouths, overly long legs, and dead eyes, these Pikachus aren’t exactly cute.
”If they wanted a Japanese live-action version, they would just do it themselves.”
One Piece and accessory store U-Treasure had two awesome announcements just in time for the holiday season.
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2nd line of Casio watch rings hits Japanese capsule machines and we got the secret one!
Practical Zelda Tears of the Kingdom merch is here to be Hyrule-helpful in your daily life【Pics】
Starbucks releases special matcha Frappuccino made with Japan’s first matcha leaves of the year
McDonald’s Happy Meals in Japan now come with Shinkansen robots
Kyoto study finds nearly 500 translation errors for foreign tourists, new guidelines released
New vending machines at Shinjuku Station emit scent, play projection mapping with your purchase
Czech Republic makes multi-eyed mascot friend for Osaka’s multi-eyed Myaku-Myaku mascot
300-year-old Tokyo comb company sells 30,000-yen wooden hair combs—Are they worth it?
Japan now has a convenience store that can be towed by a car【Video】
Starbucks releases an official green tea chai latte with special Japanese ingredients
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Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Yes, our new smartphone looks like at least two Studio Ghibli anime characters, Sharp says- 2nd line of Casio watch rings hits Japanese capsule machines and we got the secret one!
Japanese man tells friend to wear suit to wedding party, so he comes as Mobile Suit Gundam- Starbucks releases special matcha Frappuccino made with Japan’s first matcha leaves of the year
Mt. Fuji-blocking screen installed as response to bad tourist manners to be in place by next week
Japanese public toilet becomes a tourist attraction in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases new mug and tumbler collection featuring Jiji and Totoro
New Tokyo restaurant charges higher prices to foreign tourists than Japanese locals
Studio Ghibli releases art crystal puzzles and folding umbrellas for rainy season in Japan
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McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society- Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
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- New Tokyo restaurant charges higher prices to foreign tourists than Japanese locals
“Mt. Fuji convenience store” issues apology for bad tourist manners, adds multilingual signs- 2nd line of Casio watch rings hits Japanese capsule machines and we got the secret one!
Tokyo’s famous Lost in Translation hotel is closed
Japanese ramen restaurants under pressure from new yen banknotes
Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
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- McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Sales of Japan’s most convenient train ticket/shopping payment cards suspended indefinitely
Sold-out Studio Ghibli desktop humidifiers are back so Totoro can help you through the dry season
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s- Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Ghibli founders Toshio Suzuki and Hayao Miyazaki contribute to Japanese whisky Totoro label design
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
We asked a Uniqlo employee what four things we should buy and their suggestions didn’t disappoint
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300-year-old Tokyo comb company sells 30,000-yen wooden hair combs—Are they worth it?
Japan now has a convenience store that can be towed by a car【Video】
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Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
“Joke” site demonstrates the cruelty of cyberbullying, makes us wet our pants
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Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
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