This beautiful Nara inn was once home to a Living National Treasure

Art, history, and high-end dining make for a unique Japanese getaway.

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Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】

Lapras’ latest collaboration with the region it’s an ambassador for is now ready to receive fans and provide squeals of joy.

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Tokyo police found our lost wallet, but the story of how they did made us feel empty

With no clear answers, it’s up to the wallet’s owner to choose what he wants to believe about the person who had it.

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Hello Kitty learns sign language in newest friendship with Japanese artist

Sign language art-themed Hello Kitty pop up shop opens in Tokyo.

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Hello Kitty and twin sister celebrate birthday at Baskin-Robbins Japan with special merch, sweets

One of Kitty-chan’s favorite foods is the inspiration for her birthday sundae.

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Japan’s new Pokémon donut treat marks Ditto’s Mister Donut debut!

Mister Ditto.

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Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service

Wrap yourself up in the warmth of an anime movie. 

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Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says

The orthodox Osaka style of Japan’s beloved octopus balls is waiting at Jugemu.

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Real-life Love Live? Japanese high school starting official idol club extracurricular activity

School idols will create original songs, hold live performances.

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Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks

Tourist-friendly Shibuya shopping center hosts senbei newcomer-friendly event, and it’s completely free!

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Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away

Sloping elevator transports you to a magical world in the sky. 

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Japanese military called in to deal with increasing bear attacks in rural prefectures

Military is only there to provide logistic support and not take part in any hunting.

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The deluxe disappointment and basic brilliance of Japan’s oldest standing soba noodle chain

Miyako Soba may not be what we’d expected for the oldest standing soba chain in country, but maybe it should have been.

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Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】

Tokyo Dome Hotel fills rooms with all the My Melody and Kuromi adorableness they can hold.

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Studio Ghibli serves up anime characters on new lacquered trays

A beautiful blend of modern and traditional Japan. 

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Live out your own Roman Holiday by eating the same gelato that Audrey Hepburn ate…in Tokyo!

There’s even a place to sit while you eat that resembles the Spanish Steps in the famous film scene.

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Sushi cars are the newest crazy cool dream from Japan’s Tomica line

Tomica dreams of sushi now too.

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We play out a real-life scene from Your Name in the historic city of Ashikaga【Kita Kanto Brothers】

Plus, we share more lore on the Kita Kanto Brothers’ origin story.

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Believe it or not, this isn’t a Tokyo vending machine – It’s a secret door to deliciousness

Hundreds of people must walk right past this “vending machine” every day without ever suspecting what it really is.

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Starbucks’ newest Japanese Frappuccino is here, but is this early Christmas present all we wanted?

Taste-testing the Joyful Medley Tea Frappuccino and its companion latte.

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