Popular retail chain Yodobashi Camera sets the bar high with their “Tablet Computer Dreams i” New Year’s gift box.
18-year-old’s two-year relationship has angry fans calling the development a “betrayal.”
No matter how much good it brings, the sound of a humongous bell struck 108 times might be too much for some people.
At inexpensive Japanese restaurants, the chopstick container might be in front of another customer, which is a tension-filled dilemma for some.
Video showing body of man who committed suicide in Aokigahara forest was only up for a day, but the backlash is likely to last much longer.
The biggest otaku in the SoraNews24 office runs down his picks for the five series you need to see to feel like you “watched anime” in 2017.
Fans of cosplay star Enako will now be able to get their hands on her, or at least her new dakimakura cuddle pillow.
With a simple wish to start your year off with some tasty donuts, Krispy Kreme delivers big in this year’s bag.
Nothing says “Thanks for all your hard work!” like a bonus from your boss given entirely in Japan’s smallest-denomination coins.
Totoro from My Neighbour Totoro and Jiji from Kiki’s Delivery Service are the stars of the show this year.
Internationally beloved actress explains why her new husband is “awesome” anyway.

















Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
New world’s biggest Muji just opened in Japan, and we paid it a visit【Photos】
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Welcome to Hell…Hell’s Dandan Noodles Tenryu in Kanagawa
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli’s Mother’s Day corn set is a heartwarming gift for Totoro fans
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
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
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
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
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Welcome to Hell…Hell’s Dandan Noodles Tenryu in Kanagawa
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli’s Mother’s Day corn set is a heartwarming gift for Totoro fans
Yoshina invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
The “beautiful boy” Mister Bishoujo Contest is over, but who was crowned the prettiest boy?【Pics】
Our Japanese reporter visits Costco in the U.S., finds super American and very Japanese things
Saudi Arabia bans Yo-Kai Watch, Okami, 45 other video games following child suicides
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season