Join us as we attempt to unravel the cultural enigma of the chicken-eel that goes “Mooooooo!!”
While the “Kanno Mille-Fueille Set” may sound dainty, this mountain of meat from Tonkatsu is a Drink is anything but.
When Motsu the cat went missing, his owners received a cruel letter from someone claiming to be his new owner.
Piko Taro shows that making a girl laugh apparently is the surest way to win her heart.
We try the crazy flavor and find that you’ll need to be strong of mind to enjoy it, even if you’re not pure of heart.
Japanese designers have come up with some creative ways to stretch the boundaries of cuteness, but Kan-chan has wrecked ‘em all.
After using his martial art skills to survive a bear attack, Hiroto Miyagawa’s real nightmare has just begun.


















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Nintendo’s Animal Crossing crosses over into Japanese convenience store cosmetics line[Photos]
Pokémon Centers across Japan cancel April events after stabbing in Tokyo
If real animals were Pokémon, the world would be a much weirder place
Tomonoura: Where Ponyo and Wolverine crossed paths
This stoic gentleman is Sailor Suit Old Man?!?
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
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
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Pokémon Centers across Japan cancel April events after stabbing in Tokyo
If real animals were Pokémon, the world would be a much weirder place
Tomonoura: Where Ponyo and Wolverine crossed paths
This stoic gentleman is Sailor Suit Old Man?!?
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
New Japanese menstrual product seeks to help women spot unidentified iron deficiencies
Over four billion yen in lost cash was found in Tokyo last year, setting new record
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Secret hot spring onsen in Japan is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by tourists
New Studio Ghibli die-cast anime cars on their way, even if neither one is really a car【Pics】
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Thousands of convenience stores in Japan to end sale of print magazines this spring
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it