Organization stresses the importance of keeping artists and publishers in the emotional loop between creators and fans.
As the old saying goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, not through sewage pipes.
Company’s recruitment page tells us we won’t have long to wait to collect the little critters all over again.
A tasty, clever way to say “We’re just friends” in a country where women give chocolate to both lovers and platonic male acquaintances on February 14.
We take a break from daydreaming about Valentine’s Day chocolate as Japan’s newest crazy comfort ramen becomes a reality.
The new building is a feat of environmentally conscious engineering that will stand taller than Tokyo Tower.
It’s almost like this piece of sushi is saying “Hi!” before it gets eaten.
We looked at this Shibuya restaurant’s 2.3-kilogram (5.1-pound) spaghetti serving and said, “Naw, that’s not enough.”
The universe’s cutest Star Warrior, and star of Nintendo games, Kirby uses his Copy Ability to become huggable…that or it’s an adorably soft toy.
Japanese people not in employment or education have said “If you get a job, you lose!” but how do they feel once they actually join the workforce?
Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture is the scene of a curious natural phenomenon which results in ridges of ice erupting out of the frozen surface. Read More
With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Tokyo-based candy company says “You do you, and we’ll do us.”
In Japan, women give chocolate to men on Valentine’s Day, but are guys going to get what they really want?
Enako continues to make jaws drop not just with her gorgeous appearance, but also with her amazing economic powers.














Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Pokémon Centers across Japan cancel April events after stabbing in Tokyo
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Beautiful Ghibli earrings allow you to finally reunite two of the studio’s star-crossed lovers
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Beautiful Ghibli earrings allow you to finally reunite two of the studio’s star-crossed lovers
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Osaka establishes first designated smoking area in Dotonbori canal district to fight “overtourism”
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins
Bros? Kart? Party? Japanese gamers pick their top 5 Mario series
Dragon’s Maze: Japan’s built-by-hand giant labyrinth that gets bigger and harder every year
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday