Mr. Sato once again fails to secure a cheap meal, continues to win at lunch thanks to two gourmet ingredients.
”This is Japan, you know?” he asks, but others want to show him the ways of the modern world.
Starry-eyed space buffs rejoice! Japan is shooting for the moon (or at the very least will start preparations in two years).
Eye-catching, face-obscuring fashion from China protects your skin from harsh UV rays, makes you look like a crazed criminal.
We tried out the portable sparkling head spa and now we can’t ever go back to normal hair washing again.
Two Japanese cities made this year’s list of the Top Ten Most Liveable Cities in the World.
You can never please die-hard fans of an anime when it comes to making a live-action adaptation.
The Siberian husky couple Fils and Goo are a big hit online – they play rough with each other, but sleep in a cute cuddly heart!
Subtle spookiness in Shinjuku isn’t promoting anything except fear in all who notice it.
Following spring cancellation of Tokyo event, artist’s new exhibition shows that the concept still has legs.
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.
















What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japanese convenience store brings rice balls back to 100 yen – Is this deal worth it?[Taste test]
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Studio Ghibli’s Porco Rosso: Behind-the-scenes trivia and secret Easter eggs revealed
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japanese Joe Biden tries the Biden Burger 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
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
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 now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Studio Ghibli’s Porco Rosso: Behind-the-scenes trivia and secret Easter eggs revealed
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japanese Joe Biden tries the Biden Burger in Japan
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Tom Hanks visits Japan, blends in with oyaji at restaurant in Tokyo
New line of modern samurai fashion for fall/winter will make you warm and cool
Studio Ghibli adds new anime character puppet socks to its merchandise store in Japan
Tom Cruise makes our reporter swoon at Top Gun: Maverick premiere in Japan
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]