From its creation to its usage, this giant robot is undeniably awesome, but there’s just one problem.
Would it really be so great to have your all-female party instantly falling in love with you?
Coming to Japan on winter vacation? Don’t forget your passport, or your local Frappuccino guide.
Satomi Ishihara included in group of eight Japanese idols, actors, and entertainers chosen as among the most attractive in the world.
There are more than a dozen cakes in the new collection, all served with sweet toppings that reflect centuries of meaning and symbolism.
Who needs the bullet train when you’re a fan with legs of steel?
As 2017 begins to draw to a close, it’s time to look back at the year that was, and for Tokyo Station it was a year filled with glorious sweets.
The interesting operating system for buying metres of bubble wrap involves the use of a gacha capsule toy machine.
What better way to celebrate the New Year than with a lovely cake in the shape of Mt. Fuji decorated with Japanese symbols of good fortune?
The country that created the book Everybody Poops now gives you a way to let everybody know.
Industry group wants to make it easier for women to leave their past behind them as they transition to life after porn.
Because when your name is the Hotel Mt. Fuji, you want your customers to be sure they’re going to see Japan’s most famous mountain.
Fan shows us a reason to hang onto your old VHS anime even after you’ve upgraded to newer media versions.
After its first successful year, the “YOU MAKE SHIBUYA COUNTDOWN” event is back for an even bigger celebration this year!


















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
Tokyo ramen restaurant only lets you in with a reservation, is super-expensive, totally worth it
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Tokyo’s beautiful new license plates are based on one of Japan’s most famous woodblock paintings
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
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’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
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
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Tokyo’s beautiful new license plates are based on one of Japan’s most famous woodblock paintings
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
How to fix damaged trading cards quickly and easily
A guide to every type of delicious steamed bun from Japanese convenience store Lawson
And the most popular video game developer in Japan is…
We visit “world’s largest” Buddha in Fukuoka, puts Sagat’s to shame
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Pokémon Centers across Japan cancel April events after stabbing in Tokyo
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest