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!


















Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Buddhist monks in Japan preparing to hold funeral service for thousands of stuffed animals, dolls
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
Japanese Godzilla looks set to attack New York in teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero[Video]
Rice balls aplenty at the Ministop senbero, but with a special twist【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
New line of cozy kimono-style roomwear smashes crowdfunding goal, could still be yours
We score an exclusive interview with viral Twitter star Otodo-chan, Kochi Aquarium’s scary mascot
Pokémon Center superstores won’t sell new Pokémon cards in-store, but will it stop scalpers?
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
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
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
Rice balls aplenty at the Ministop senbero, but with a special twist【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
New line of cozy kimono-style roomwear smashes crowdfunding goal, could still be yours
We score an exclusive interview with viral Twitter star Otodo-chan, Kochi Aquarium’s scary mascot
Pokémon Center superstores won’t sell new Pokémon cards in-store, but will it stop scalpers?
Japanese company creates new “Kimono Pyjamas” designed to be worn indoors and outdoors
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
See the world through a new lens while wearing a pair of Studio Ghibli-inspired eyeglasses
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Invasion of the moon rabbits: the delicious tradition of otsukimi 【Photos】
Japan’s 10 most beautiful hydrangea spots to visit【Photos】