Nagoya politician also attends harassment awareness workshop, says comments he made about dating and marriage to medalist were inappropriate.
2021 Olympics
See the Tokyo metropolis like you’ve never seen it before in this 360-degree rotatable video from the opening day of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
”Moonlight Densetsu” plays while rhythmic gymnastics team performs dressed as anime’s most famous magical girl.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Takarazuka theater troupe provide music as 2021 Tokyo Olympics wrap up.
Creative touches appeared to cause culture shock for four-legged competitors in equestrian event.
The athlete in question doesn’t seem eager to trade away her trophy that’s been in someone else’s mouth, however.
Latest example of great customer service in Japan comes in response to visiting journalist’s call for help.
When we saw an international Olympic journalist’s plea for help with one of Japan’s greatest foods, we knew this was a job for SoraNews24!
Some of the world’s greatest athletes hang a left at the life-size anime robot in their race for Olympic gold.
Junior high school student and street skateboarder Momiji Nishiya puts herself in record books as youngest Japanese athlete ever to win gold medal.
The Google Doodle for the Tokyo Olympics’ start offers retro fun, insight into Japanese culture, and a skateboarding tanuki.
Long-awaited start of the Tokyo Olympics might be a special treat for sports fans and otaku alike.



















Entry to Tokyo’s Pokémon theme park zone has physical fitness requirement, will cost a lot
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Meet the eerie police statues of Miyakojima in Okinawa Prefecture
Giant digital sumo wrestler now stopping trains at Tokyo station【Video】
Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is “graduating”/being laid off
Does the maxixe live up to its promise of being a whole new flavor for our Japanese reporter?
Tokyo Station’s ultra-rare cakes look, and taste, like a cup of coffee
Japan’s plus-sized idol singer group releases new video about the joys of eating【Video】
Nephew receives SD card after his uncle passes away, finds treasure trove of gems from the past
Real urine-triggered fight breaks out during Demon Slayer movie as anime action crackles on-screen
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
Never forget that Mister Donut’s super-simple ramen is actually very hard to beat
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
One of Japan’s most beautiful hot spring towns announces new limits on number of day trippers
Does the maxixe live up to its promise of being a whole new flavor for our Japanese reporter?
Tokyo Station’s ultra-rare cakes look, and taste, like a cup of coffee
Japan’s plus-sized idol singer group releases new video about the joys of eating【Video】
Nephew receives SD card after his uncle passes away, finds treasure trove of gems from the past
Real urine-triggered fight breaks out during Demon Slayer movie as anime action crackles on-screen
What does a kanji with 12 “kuchi” radicals mean? A look at weird, forgotten Japanese characters
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Believe it or not, this isn’t a Tokyo vending machine – It’s a secret door to deliciousness
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Fortune-telling ramen: Nissin creates clever use for instant noodle drain holes
Japan’s original oyakodon restaurant reopens after three years in a newly renovated building
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)