Nissin not only makes delicious noodles, they make the world a better place through innovation.
The care and patience given to the little duck family in the middle of downtown Tokyo is warming hearts around the country.
The often-overlooked Doto region of Japan’s northern island is off the beaten path, but should be on your itinerary.
SoraNews24 tries the latest offering to clear beverages: Asahi’s Clear Latte. Will it clear our senses with delight or leave us hollow?
”If you spent four hours and 40 minutes playing video games, how much time did you waste?” has no easy answer.
Our Japanese-language reporter thinks the worldwide phenomenon could rise to popularity again soon.
As a limited-time promotional campaign, McDonald’s Japan will be treating customers to free servings of their new revamped iced coffee!
Japan’s most popular symbol of the beautiful game continues with his newfound love of gambling.
One anime legend looks back on 50 years of friendship with another in memorial service held at Studio Ghibli museum.
The one and only “Keyboard Crusher” is back, and hopes Japan will buy his new gangsta rap album.
After making jaws drop both on the mound and at the plate, the Los Angeles Angels’ two-way star is winning fans with his performance in the dugout.
You’ll want to watch this astounding video more than once to soak in all the beauty they’ve packed into two-and-a-half minutes.
Back-to-back unanimous votes draw praise from Minister in Charge of Women’s Empowerment, but will anything really change?
Once again, Japan comes out as the least offended when someone seemingly appropriates their culture.




















Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Japan’s Bear Paw Cafe: A safe space for staff with mental health challenges
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Japan’s ministry of economy reminds us to “use sound judgment” before buying toilet paper
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
“Get off the bus.” Driver teaches prankster kid an important lesson
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
“Get off the bus.” Driver teaches prankster kid an important lesson
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The Place Where Totoro Was Born: New Studio Ghibli book includes art by Hayao Miyazaki’s wife
Cherry blossom sake rice beer arriving in Japan well ahead of cherry blossom season, but how?
Hayao Miyazaki-painted Totoro post cards on sale, proceeds help preserve real-life Totoro forest
Is a snow day the perfect day to beat the crowds at a popular ramen restaurant? [Experiment]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Tokyo’s super-secret-location sushi restaurant has a stand-up sister shop that’s open to all