Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
air hockey
Do you have that one friend who always beats you at air hockey? Do you have a friend who simply smirks as you complain that they went over the line or that your paddle slipped?
Chiba University has come up with something that ought to wipe that smirk off even the best human air hockey player.
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Japan’s job-quitting service claims bosses contact it to try to make their employees quit
Japan’s suicides fall to lowest recorded number ever, but one demographic hits all-time high
Which Japanese convenience store has the best lucky sushi roll? Unclear results show clear winner
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
A taste of Japanese curry usually only sold overseas, at Tokyo’s Curry House CoCo Ichibanya World
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminatingJapan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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 TokyoStarbucks 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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
A taste of Japanese curry usually only sold overseas, at Tokyo’s Curry House CoCo Ichibanya World
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
Seven Airbnb rentals that are perfect for couples, families, and friends vacationing in Japan this summer
Japanese curry pasta is quick to make, receives rave reviews
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Trouble making friends? Sticker collecting works surprisingly well