With nearly nine pounds of premium Japanese beef, there’s no room for any vegetables here.
These Darth Vader and Stormtrooper snack dispensers just might be tempting enough to sway you to the dark side!
Rare “living fossil” shark that looks like it’s trying to escape from its own face is a great reminder for us to stay out of the water.
It’s nice to have a partner who values your hobby, but not like this.
A large majority of people living in Osaka said to eat their iconic food takoyaki less than a dozen times a year.
Do you want money? Fame? For these developers, it’s all about the erotic fan art (although fame and money probably wouldn’t hurt).
Behind the bright lights and massive robots at this popular tourist spot is a female president who’s been there from the very beginning.
In colors and application techniques, the two countries go their separate ways when it comes to cosmetics.


















Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
Japanese high school closes its cafeteria, replaces it with a 7-Eleven convenience store
Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
American college student missing in Kyoto, last seen by family one week ago
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Body of missing foreign tourist in Japan found floating off coast of town he was last seen in
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Japanese convenience store Lawson launches new “mini supermarket” chain, L Minimart
What’s up with the Ghibli Park photo and video ban?
Starbucks Japan has a problem with its sell-out breakfast that might annoy solo diners
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
Japan’s real-world Pokémon hot spring’s first photos are here![Photos]
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
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】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
American college student missing in Kyoto, last seen by family one week ago
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Body of missing foreign tourist in Japan found floating off coast of town he was last seen in
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Japanese convenience store challenge is only for those with extreme tastes
Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever muscat-flavoured chilled cup drink
Cup Noodle hamster wheel is the new adorable pet toy animal lovers in Japan want[Video]
Studio Ghibli still doesn’t allow its anime to be streamed online in Japan, and here’s why
Japan Post’s mail carriers are getting some cool upgrades, but packages might be a little late
Starbucks Japan releases a new limited-edition Frappuccino inspired by espresso affogato
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts