Three iconic styles for three famous storybook heroines.
When the song’s chorus is “C’mon baby, America!” how can the Japan-stationed men and women of the United States Marine Corps not start dancing?
Just when we thought we’d seen the best from this talented Japanese art collaborative, they come out with another mind-blowing museum in Tokyo.
Popular Japanese cosplayer models the new hoodie with kimono sleeves in three different colours.
Who needs tongs when you’ve got five perfectly-good, easily-burned fingers right there?
Browsing while pooping is an internationally loved pastime, so here’s a clever way to make sure you never leave your phone behind.
The west Tokyo neighborhood’s take on the centuries-old event is like bad medicine, and bad medicine is what I need.
When the airport employee found out she was in the islands alone, he gave her a tongue-in-cheek romantic worksheet to finish before heading home.
The Yu-Gi-Oh! Strongest Imitator System is a major step in making those anime duels come to life.
Okayu bread is so easy that its creator made it by accident.
Turns out there really is no limit to how long you can create labors of love for your favorite anime shows, especially if you helped in the Golden age!

















Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Japan’s favorite sandwich pockets now come with sakura filling, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
The new Shin Ultraman movie is out, and here’s what both an Ultraman fan and nonfan think of it
The secret of Starbucks Japan’s Chocolate Chunk Cookie: It’s not made by Starbucks!
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
A carlator is shaking things up on our way to one of Japan’s last revolving restaurants
Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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]
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
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
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
The secret of Starbucks Japan’s Chocolate Chunk Cookie: It’s not made by Starbucks!
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
A carlator is shaking things up on our way to one of Japan’s last revolving restaurants
Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
Japanese company creates face masks for musicians
Nope, these are NOT Gundam Char Aznable sunglasses! No siree…not at all…
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
“Bumping men” are a uniquely Japanese class of criminals that are hard to deal with
Starbucks Japan has a secret coffee press service that not many people know about
Japanese kimono maker creates alluring face mask for hostesses
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
How sexy is Japan’s for-bar-hostesses “sexy mask?” Let’s find out【Photos】