Is this a country-fair style affront to Japanese cuisine, or a delicious idea we should have thought of sooner? Our reporter Meg finds out.
With private booths, showers and a women’s-only floor, this is one of the best places to stay in Tokyo.
Because one of Japan’s Asian neighbors had the nation’s eyes looking north again and again this year.
“Does it bother you that I’m not completely human?” Alita asks, but it’s really just how huge her eyes are that’s freaking people out.
People in Japan can’t tear their eyes away from this beauty’s incredibly long pins.
Animate and the Toshima ward of Tokyo held a joint press conference on Friday to announce that an “Ikebukuro PR Anime” is in the works.
The official website for the Oshiri Tantei (Butt Detective) web anime project began streaming a “Puputto Fumutto Kaiketsu Dance” (“A Wind-Breaking Victory Dance“) video on Friday.
From Heian Period ladies to today’s modern girls, Shiseido finds a unique way to showcase dramatic changes in beauty trends over the years.
Local media makes no mention of father-of-three’s sacrifice, triggers angry, embarrassed reactions from Japanese nationals.
Pokémon’s leading man transforms yet again for new film with animation production from the studio behind Attack on Titan.
The knife may be less than a buck, but it can hold an amazingly sharp edge if you’re willing to spring for a nice whetstone.
This lady knows how to turn heads with her eye-catching assets.
No matter how accomplished students are in science, it seems Japan doesn’t have the resources to tap into their full potential.
When we painted a car in permanent marker many asked; “What if it rained?” So, we did you one better.
Would these Finnish students be as successful if they’d gone through the Japanese school system instead?


















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
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
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Studio Ghibli releases new free-to-use anime images to “use within the bounds of common sense”
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
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
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
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
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
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Studio Ghibli releases new free-to-use anime images to “use within the bounds of common sense”
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
Ghibli releases a Howl’s Moving Castle that walks and lights up【Video】
It’s like the samurai era never ended at this beautiful Japanese mountain town
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Chrono Trigger comes to Japan’s capsule toy gacha machines
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
The mystery of the phantom “sake pass card” at Japanese alcohol vending machines