A subdued sakura season is a sad turn of events for Japan, but free pizza always puts a smile on people’s faces.
This one cat would like to call in a complaint about her owner’s rendition of “I Stepped on the Cat.”
Fans of Do You Love Your Mom? Will learn how to say “You may not look at me in the nude” as part of new textbook.
Despite not being on lockdown, why has Japan been able to keep coronavirus infection and fatality numbers so low?
“Dosukoi” is the next iteration of themed travel accommodations being offered by the fun and inventive Moshi Moshi Rooms.
Life has stayed remarkably normal in Japan’s capital during the coronavirus outbreak, but that could be changing soon.
Not going anywhere for a while? Let this awesomely adorable video keep you company!
Canadian Olympic and Paralympic teams won’t be heading to Japan this summer, and one other nation is already following suit.
Japanese cat does a perfectly graceful acrobatic flip to escape from the perilous shower room【Video】
Why this centuries’ old Shinto shrine is suddenly also a hot spot for anime fan art【Photos】
Whether you call it Demon Slayer or Kimetsu no Yaiba, Kamado Shrine is the place to go for fans of the hit anime/manga.


















Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
The Ghibli theme park’s food looks good enough to be a reason to visit all by itself【Photos】
Sanrio stars appear on new canvas for cuteness with Samantha Vega handbag collaboration【Photos】
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
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
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
The Ghibli theme park’s food looks good enough to be a reason to visit all by itself【Photos】
Sanrio stars appear on new canvas for cuteness with Samantha Vega handbag collaboration【Photos】
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Coffin meditation sessions being offered by Tokyo relaxation parlor
Japan now sells…sake made with moth poop?!?
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start