No more suffering through those long and boring meetings…until someone recognizes what you’re holding.
For a limited time, one of Japan’s most popular snacks will be available in special Japanese flavors and featuring Tokyo landmarks etched in chocolate!
Ninja girl anime/video game franchise Senran Kagura continues to have one thing (or two things) on its mind.
Why just say “I accept the terms of this transaction” when you can say “I accept the terms of this transaction, and also PIKA!”
Yuumi Kato thrills audience at pre-broadcast event by transforming from sexy ninja to magical warrior Sailor Moon in seconds.
Enjoy some of the best tourist sites and experiences around the country without spending a single yen.
The latest snaps of Tony Jaa and Milla Jovovich in their Monster Hunter guises have drawn a mixed set of reactions from the Japanese net.
After the success of its mystery meat flavor, Cup Noodle turns its ingenuity to the sea and one of Japan’s most expensive ingredients.
Ever wanted to bathe in the Milky Way? These new bath salts will have you smelling like stardust in no time!
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Or, if you’re in the mood for something less crunchy, there’s the option of tempura soba-flavor popcorn.
Sure, it sounds nice, but critics say the deeper meaning behind his choice of words spells trouble ahead.
Dozens of free-roaming bunnies at this temple now have a new overlord looking out for them.



















Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
Bear attack shelters going on sale in Japan as country experiences record-high number of incidents
Our Japanese writer introduces some handy phrases so you too can speak the Kansai dialect!
McDonald’s Japan has Precure anime magical girl Happy Meal toys, and they’re Wonderful!【Photos】
Pringles Chocolate, but with a Japanese twist, is the snack hack you should be trying right now
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
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
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
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
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
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
Our Japanese writer introduces some handy phrases so you too can speak the Kansai dialect!
McDonald’s Japan has Precure anime magical girl Happy Meal toys, and they’re Wonderful!【Photos】
Pringles Chocolate, but with a Japanese twist, is the snack hack you should be trying right now
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
Japanese politician arrested on charges of accepting bribes to reduce number of monkeys in park
Believe it or not, this isn’t a Tokyo vending machine – It’s a secret door to deliciousness
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
Mr. Sato’s mad Majima cosplay and other outfits from Mafia Day at SoraNews24HQ【Photos】
Japan Super Budget Dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at beef bowl chain Sukiya?
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
New KitKat pizzas are coming to Pizza Hut Japan