Hideaki Anno explains his philosophy of personal improvement while the giant robot from his signature series makes a cameo.
Tokyo Legoland Discovery Center bricked themselves into an uncomfortable corner when it comes to disability rights, and has issued a formal apology.
Pretty Cure is here to cure monotony in lingerie design with bra and pantie sets for Cure Black and Cure White.
Celebrate the arrival of Japan’s deep space probe at its asteroid destination with a dessert both achingly gorgeous and totally affordable.
The MemoReplay is an extraordinary custom wedding performance that guarantees no guest will forget this special day. Bring a handkerchief!
Famed director talks risk-taking and tells us one way Solo is superior to any previous entry in the Star Wars franchise.
This unique Awakumo glass will let you recreate your very own view of Mt. Fuji in miniature while enjoying a frothy glass of beer!
One school hopes a simple motivational tool will help students get into their dream universities.
A surprising number of young adults are considering trading the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and other cities for a slow-paced rural lifestyle.
Stand at attention, and in awe, of this towering behemoth of brain freezes and deliciousness.
From traditional tea ceremonies and cooking lessons to relaxing with owls and revving through the streets, these are traveler’s picks for the best things to do while you’re seeing Japan.



















Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
What’s inside Japan’s super-rare, super-popular Nara bread?
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
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]
Shabani the gorilla is so handsome he’ll be appearing on sweets in Japan this Valentine’s Day
Unique Starbucks in historic building is one of the most beautiful in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
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
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]
Shabani the gorilla is so handsome he’ll be appearing on sweets in Japan this Valentine’s Day
Unique Starbucks in historic building is one of the most beautiful in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
“World’s most beautiful Starbucks” gets a makeover in Japan, but is it still beautiful?
Centuries-old book of ninja secrets discovered at public library in Japan’s Aomori Prefecture
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
Japanese dad teaches daughter how to handle alcohol, has Twitter in tears
Uniqlo and Tamagotchi team up for Tamagotchi T-shirts and special Uniqlo Tamagotchi【Photos】
We take on the Baskin-Robbins Japan 31-day challenge and live to tell these tips
Death Spray from Japan causes buzz online for powerful ability to cut ties with bad energy