Typhoon makes Kansai International’s runway indistinguishable from the ocean around the island, turns 5.7 million-pound boat into instrument of havoc.
The mayor of Hokuei is ready to meet Conan’s demands, but he has a few surprises up his sleeve for the talk show host as well.
Schlansky imparted his Japanese knowledge on the talk show host, but ended up committing some faux pas of his own.
This natto mixer will let you mix to the max! It even has a special setting to recreate the recipes of a revered Japanese Rennaisance man.
Make delicious yakisoba rolls you can stuff into your maw, without the use of chopsticks or cutlery!
College student sets national karaoke quality record by tricking the machine with the sounds of his horn.
SoraNews24 sends our thrifty reporter to test a set of sponge curlers, so he looks like an old-timey housewife. And that’s before he takes them out.
Slim Shady’s inspiration remains murky, and could be J-pop megastar Utada Hikaru or someone else entirely.
From wannabe gangster to would-be 2-D heartthrob in just seconds.
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23-year-old Japanese minor celebrity figuratively smashes her competition to become number one in the world.
Cheap joke item could lead to gruesome disfigurement thanks to terrifying packaging snafu.
The talk show host immerses himself in a world of kawaii with some of Harajuku’s most colourful fashionistas.
Even amphibians love Japan’s unmanned drink dispensers, but what do you do if you want your change?
If Nintendo won’t make a sequel, you can make one yourself, and turn your home into a haunted house, for just a few bucks.
It may not exist in the real world, but Minecraft players can now experience what’s it like to live in a bustling city in Japan.

















Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
Studio Ghibli adds new anime character puppet socks to its merchandise store in Japan
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
“Disaster”: 2018 Kanji of the Year unveiled by Buddhist monk at Kiyomizudera temple in Kyoto
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Gacha machine backpack is Japan’s hottest new fashion statement
How to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto on the overnight bus and not lose your sanity
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
New 7-Eleven sandwich goes viral in Japan, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Prominent boob-centric manga artist shocks fans by revealing she’s a beautiful buxom woman