There’s no better time to come to Japan than fall, and no better way to spend your trip than by wandering through these crimson forests and gardens.
One day he’s simply walking around Tokyo and the next he’s the darling of the Paris fashion world.
61-year governmental partnership brought to a close as Osaka mayor cites lack of necessary “deep trust.”
Billionaire Yusuke Maezawa has purchased a Stradivarius violin. His promise to send it around the globe has netizens humming, but not in a good way.
How many fried oysters can we pile on top of a bowl of rice? We find out at the Japanese tempura chain Tenya!
Japanese net users are claiming to have transformed a simple customer transaction into what they’re calling a new “extreme sport.”
Combines modern technology and old-school carpentry in a way that puts ordinary science fair projects to shame.
Football is a team sport, so what better way to celebrate a score than with an anime technique to combine two heroes?
Japanese company’s gadget for summoning life force for your devices is awesome…but maybe too awesome to be real.
Looking at sexy anime and manga is a time-honored way of rubbing away work-caused stress in Japan, but you’re supposed to wait until after work.
Suspiciously, councilwoman was removed from meeting just before introducing governmental reform proposal.
Two iconic brands join forces for first-ever crossover promotion featuring both Pringles Ramen and Ramen Pringles.
Scary looking Pokémon that just wants to be loved continues to chase after its dream of becoming just like its idol.
The parking lot is for people seeking medical treatment, and this hospital says it’s willing to give you a shot whether you need one or not.
Who needs the magic of photo editing when you’ve got the power of taido?
Seiji’s fake interviews in order to audition his guitar playing are getting dangerously close to real interviews.


















Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Just when you thought anime marketing couldn’t be any more bust-focused: character breast weights
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Japanese Godzilla looks set to attack New York in teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero[Video]
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Foreign man arrested for walking on Shinkansen tracks, claims he was on the run from yakuza
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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
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
Just when you thought anime marketing couldn’t be any more bust-focused: character breast weights
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Japanese Godzilla looks set to attack New York in teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero[Video]
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Foreign man arrested for walking on Shinkansen tracks, claims he was on the run from yakuza
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Is downtown Tokyo’s crazy cheap 290-yen bento boxed lunch shop still around, and is it still cheap?
Downtown Tokyo’s meaty monster Kaibutsu ramen will challenge your stomach, thrill your taste buds
Learn Japanese through ridiculous manga: Two Piece 【Episode #1】
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view