Japanese men and women seem to sleep as much as one hour less than people from other countries.
Japanese fans sound off on things that used to be a normal part of the otaku life, but aren’t anymore.
Eight years in development, the new resealable pouch packaging is said to be a world-first for frozen beverages.
Stance that the sanctity of the sumo ring is tarnished by female presence extends all the way down to elementary school-age kids.
Samurai-style swordsmithing techniques can be used to create a professional knife from just about anything.
Twitter user makes mind-blowing discovery playing around with puzzle pieces of Japan’s 47 prefectures.
Once again, our pseudo-interviewer Seiji harnesses the rising force of a guitar god to confront the premier party-rocker.
Itasha brings the pain to plushie from rival of owner’s favorite anime series.
Four little, and polite, words are all you need to instantly convince a pushy salesman to move along and leave you alone.
Nothing makes for a cosier interior than a lizard spitting out radioactive heat rays over you and your house guests.
Out of 852 examined buildings in the city, researchers say the Shibuya fashion mecca is the least prepared for a major trembler.
The future is here, but some residents aren’t prepared to accept an artificially intelligent mayor so soon.

















Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
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Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Prison School’s live-action cast appears in costume, looks the part of its anime inspiration
Pokémon GO now doctor-approved thanks to Tokyo University study
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
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
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Prison School’s live-action cast appears in costume, looks the part of its anime inspiration
Pokémon GO now doctor-approved thanks to Tokyo University study
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Happy 40th birthday, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A!
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Japanese government creates new word for cruelly hot summer days
What it’s like to eat a super expensive Japanese strawberry【Taste Test】
Mr. Sato makes senpafe 1,000-yen parfait, and things get oddly violent【Japan’s Best Home Senpafe】
We almost cried on our first visit to this under-the-radar budget Italian restaurant in Japan
Is the new Shinkansen Train Desk ticket worth it?