Sushi soup? We try Japan’s latest easy-to-make, so-crazy-it-might-work meal【Taste test】

Our taste-tester Meg finds out if sushi soup is a guilty pleasure, or an unforgivable sin.

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129-year-old photo of Nintendo headquarters shows company hasn’t always been run from a gray box

The oldest known photograph of the video game company’s offices is pure Kyoto.

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Cinnabon celebrates cherry blossom season in Japan with first-ever Sakura Minibon

There’s a lot to love about this pink-hued Japan-exclusive treat.

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Following “suicide forest” video backlash, Logan Paul pledges $1 million to suicide organizations

Latest video makes no mention of donations or outreach to suicide prevention organizations in Japan, however.

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Tokyo Metro to begin playing classical background music on Hibiya Line trains

This is the first Japanese railway company to broadcast music on their trains.

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China bans rap music in an effort to reduce “vulgar” culture

Since January 23, rap artists are no longer allowed on public broadcasts in China.

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Convenience store in Gifu stays open for business for two months without any staff or merchandise

The curious case of the Kakamigahara Lawson has caused the company to take a second look at how they operate.

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Spicy chicken entrée is accompanied by a chilling side dish of J Horror.

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Stay warm this winter by assembling a veritable Voltron of animal “body warmers”

Fight the cold with the help of some furry friends.

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Yume Nikki, one of Japan’s most popular and disturbing indie games, is getting a full 3-D sequel

“Diverging follow-up” made in cooperation with franchise creator, has simultaneous international, multi-language release.

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Don’t know which sake to drink? These handy flavor charts help you pick by region of Japan

Here’s a great way to start wading into the deep waters of the sake world.

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Starbucks now has a Lemon Zest Macchiato, limited for sale at only nine locations in Japan

We try the new citrus-infused coffee that comes served in a set with chocolates and warm lemon milk.

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Tokyo’s new Keio Liner train debuts next month with special features and reserved seating

New service guarantees you a seat on the ride home during peak rush hour periods.

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Fans can toast classic anime Utena’s 20th anniversary with $1,785 bottle of wine, rose liqueur

They even come with a special Utena glass to pour your drink into.

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Pour some hot water to cook up your special BOSS x Raoh “instant jumper”!

If you win this unique BOSS x Nissin Raoh commemorative jumper, you’ll first need to soak it in hot water, just like instant ramen!

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Foreign visitors rank their top Japanese experiences in new survey

Survey reveals foreign visitors of different nationalities have similar tastes when it comes to Japanese experiences, but not Japanese food.

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This Valentine’s Day, wow your special someone with boozy samurai warlord chocolates!

They’re tasty, pretty, educational, AND contain liquor, so they’re guaranteed to please!

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Real-life sake brands become handsome anime boys who promise to “get you drunk” for new series

Japan’s most popular sake is part of ensemble cast.

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It’s hard to get beat by an inanimate, frozen foe, but then again it’s also hard to be this cute.

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Upcoming escape game in Osaka pits players against Whity with only a 1% chance of success

Whity wants you dead and you must escape Osaka’s most complex shopping area after-hours to survive.

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