Being prepared for an idol concert means you’re also surprisingly prepared for a typhoon-induced power outage.
It turns out that surgically restoring his locks to their luscious glory had some unintended side effects…
There’s no need to pay to use payphones to let your family know you’re OK or tell response teams that you need help.
These clips show a worker’s valiant attempts to stay upright in strong winds is no match for the force of Mother Nature.
”Don’t watch this if you don’t want to have your dreams shattered,” warns one fan, but others have a very different response.
Japan’s northern island suffers extensive damage to infrastructure after massive earthquake this morning.
“A little” shanking is requested, but that’s not the only weird thing about the baffling bits of Japanese flavor text.
The video is an homage to the beautiful old Japanese city and a reflection of their love for Japanese culture and aesthetics.
We learn what to do when a shark attacks, and that the Japanese Self-Defense Forces enjoy giving each other piggy-backs. Read More
”It’s like Godzilla is attacking.”
Veteran employee was involved in measuring radiation levels immediately after 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
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.


















Studio Ghibli calendar figures are back, look amazing whether you check the date or not[Photos]
Uniqlo looks back to the very start of Pokémon with new black-and-white pixel art T-shirts[Pics]
Japanese recipe for Tempura Twinkies takes America’s favourite snack to a whole new level
Three new starter Pokémon Jets to fly in Japan, first begins carrying passengers this month
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Enoshima’s magical night lantern festival is back this summer with spectacular views
Mister Donut becomes “Mrs. Donut” for sweet new Mrs. Green Apple collaboration
Japan reacts to Donald Trump’s “Islamic Republic of Japan” remark
Burger King Japan goes viral for its new Big Mouth Dirty, but is it really worth the hype?
Japanese airport rebrands itself as “Sushi Airport” to attract foreign tourists
New Mt. Fuji overnight bus takes travelers from downtown Tokyo straight to the most popular hiking trail
A visit to Sri Lanka’s knockoff knockoff Uniqlo (no, we didn’t stutter) to see its rare “Pikachus”
7-Eleven Japan now has Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Tokyo revises accommodation tax amidst tourism boom, Airbnb rentals now included
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Enoshima’s magical night lantern festival is back this summer with spectacular views
Mister Donut becomes “Mrs. Donut” for sweet new Mrs. Green Apple collaboration
Japan reacts to Donald Trump’s “Islamic Republic of Japan” remark
Burger King Japan goes viral for its new Big Mouth Dirty, but is it really worth the hype?
Solid gold Hedorah kaiju from the Godzilla series is now available to pre-order
Shake Shack has five regional shakes hiding on the menu in Japan, and here’s how to find them
Survey shows foreigners’ desire to work in Japan long-term dropping, but that’s not the whole story
McDonald’s Japan reveals new Pokémon collaboration range, covering McNuggets and lucky bags
Furby is now a sexy anime girl figure[Photos]
Japan’s Pokémon hot spring reinstalls all damaged statues, adds no-touching rule
Hatsune Miku crosses over into the real world in Coolish videos with Hoshimachi Suisei[Videos]
Family Mart changes its Famichiki packaging for the first time in nine years
3-second salt company jingle becomes #1 karaoke song in Japan across all genres