Ever gone rifling through old photographs, only to find a freaky character staring at you? This Disney fan has.
The latest film from the creator of Summer Wars and Wolf Children may or may not take home the gold statue, but it’s already done something incredible.
Half-Haitian, half-Japanese tennis star’s real-world complexion is far darker than how she appears as Prince of Tennis character.
The online identity of the ski slope sensation is revealed.
The spray, which has been studied for more than five years, is now being tested on men, women, and children.
Cycle on water, visit scenic sites and enjoy some of the best sushi in the country at the westernmost tip of Japan’s main island.
It turns out that Olympic medalists aren’t only amazing at sports – they’re also great cosplayers.
7-Eleven Japan wants to stop selling adult magazines, cites concern for foreigners, female customers
Company cites desire to avoid giving Japan a bad reputation as visitors from overseas come for the Tokyo Olympics.
This makeup video has Internet users hooked, but it doesn’t contain a single real-life image — because it’s made entirely with stop-motion animation!
Wearing a suit to the office isn’t so bad when you’ve got Pikachu, Eevee, and your other Pokémon pals with you.
Japan took to the Internet to share memes, get cheesed off over politics and chew over the big question: how old is this rat sketch, anyway?
Come for the twist ending, stay for a useful Japanese vocabulary lesson.
Singer Daichi Miura of Dragon Ball Super fame is selected to perform a song created by some unlikely collaborators–the Imperial Family of Japan.
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Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Starbucks Japan has a secret coffee press service that not many people know about
Japan’s favorite sandwich pockets now come with sakura filling, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Weird Japanese vending machine find of the day: Cream in cans?
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Starbucks Japan has a secret coffee press service that not many people know about
Japan’s favorite sandwich pockets now come with sakura filling, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Weird Japanese vending machine find of the day: Cream in cans?
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Four dirt-cheap but tasty places to grab lunch in Tokyo’s Shibuya shopping mecca
Pikachus perform classical Japanese dance routine for Japan’s most famous cherry blossom song【Vid】
How to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto on the overnight bus and not lose your sanity
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
New bento bread makes us rethink sandwiches…and Japanese bentos