Homage to Hayao Miyazaki classic is just one part of Donguri Kyowakoku’s gift recommendations for Ghibli-loving fathers.
Pikachu wants you to get some sleep, and the new Pokémon Home system will allow you to transfer Pocket Monster species from one game to another via cloud memory.
Just before the release of the King of the Monsters’ latest CG slugfest, a team of practical effects geniuses take the kaiju back to his roots.
This uniform will keep you cool and comfortable like a Japanese shadow warrior from the Edo period.
Toki no Yoake Monogatari lets you enjoy the ride as you travel off the Shinkansen-beaten path.
These sleek ornaments are perfect for a history buff interested in legendary warriors of the Sengoku period of Japanese history.
Come hungry for this list of the most delicious things to eat in the most palate-pleasing prefectures of Japan.
Propaganda trucks in Tokyo pause their racist hate speeches to play the American national anthem.
Studio Ghibli composer and an extremely eclectic director team up for what looks like an unprecedented anime experience.
Even local media reported news of Diaz’s visit, suggesting Bradley Cooper was by her side for the trip.
There’s no need to give up ramen on sizzling hot days as long as you eat it Yamagata-style.
These baum cakes that can be “cut-out” into Sanrio characters are fun, sweet and almost too cute to eat.
Lawson branch purposely makes its sign harder to read for the benefit of some special baby visitors.



















Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Downtown Tokyo’s meaty monster Kaibutsu ramen will challenge your stomach, thrill your taste buds
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Tiny house by Muji finally goes on sale in Japan
A Gintama fan’s emotional 19-year journey to buy a proper Lake Toya bokuto wooden katana【Pics】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
566 million yen in gold bars donated to Japanese city’s water bureau
Did Mr. Sato just discover Japan’s longest bread?
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
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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
A Gintama fan’s emotional 19-year journey to buy a proper Lake Toya bokuto wooden katana【Pics】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
566 million yen in gold bars donated to Japanese city’s water bureau
Did Mr. Sato just discover Japan’s longest bread?
Cold Stone’s new mochi ice cream pops are packed with Japanese flavors like azuki and kuromitsu
Japanese Penis Festival 2019: Everything you need to know for this year’s Kanamara Matsuri
Japan’s premier love doll maker is closing, says goodbye to fans with heartfelt message
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Ruru Cafe Shibuya wows customers by serving coffee and sweets on unique water tables