Can’t travel to taste McDonald’s in other countries? Don’t worry, their menus will come to you!
Instead of being destined to die, this time the cute manga’s star is destined to fly.
New features, designs, and interactive noises abound — you’d be a real Goomba to miss out!
It’s a simple style inspired by the world of skateboarding, with an unusual touch meant only for Japanese consumers.
“Aren’t you embarrassed to have people know that your dad is an otaku?” asks hardcore One Piece figure collector.
Superhero characters promote safe sex in new anime series.
It’s a different world than it was in the ‘90s, and that might make all the difference for the Pokémon photo safari game.
“Of course all the money is yours to keep!” says Eiichiro Oda while announcing temporary free-for-all.
Beautiful model shows off her skills at the drum kit.

















Man arrested in Tokyo after allegedly luring foreign tourists into shady Kabukicho establishments
Japanese recipe for Tempura Twinkies takes America’s favourite snack to a whole new level
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Uniqlo looks back to the very start of Pokémon with new black-and-white pixel art T-shirts[Pics]
Studio Ghibli calendar figures are back, look amazing whether you check the date or not[Photos]
Burger King Japan goes viral for its new Big Mouth Dirty, but is it really worth the hype?
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Japan reacts to Donald Trump’s “Islamic Republic of Japan” remark
Mister Donut becomes “Mrs. Donut” for sweet new Mrs. Green Apple collaboration
Three new starter Pokémon Jets to fly in Japan, first begins carrying passengers this month
Japanese airport rebrands itself as “Sushi Airport” to attract foreign tourists
New Mt. Fuji overnight bus takes travelers from downtown Tokyo straight to the most popular hiking trail
A visit to Sri Lanka’s knockoff knockoff Uniqlo (no, we didn’t stutter) to see its rare “Pikachus”
7-Eleven Japan now has Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Tokyo revises accommodation tax amidst tourism boom, Airbnb rentals now included
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Burger King Japan goes viral for its new Big Mouth Dirty, but is it really worth the hype?
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Japan reacts to Donald Trump’s “Islamic Republic of Japan” remark
Mister Donut becomes “Mrs. Donut” for sweet new Mrs. Green Apple collaboration
Three new starter Pokémon Jets to fly in Japan, first begins carrying passengers this month
7-Eleven Japan reimagines the fruit sando with new chocolate bread version
Enoshima’s magical night lantern festival is back this summer with spectacular views
Shake Shack has five regional shakes hiding on the menu in Japan, and here’s how to find them
McDonald’s Japan reveals new Pokémon collaboration range, covering McNuggets and lucky bags
Hatsune Miku crosses over into the real world in Coolish videos with Hoshimachi Suisei[Videos]
Suntanned Hello Kitty steals the show in Japanese magazine’s Sanrio freebies
Potato-Chip-Flavored Dressing coming to stores in Japan
Giant Mewtwo statue disappears from real-life Pokémon Center in Japan, may be headed to America
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product