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alcohol (Page 23)
To all our under-age readers, I feel for you. Understandably, alcoholic drinks are off-limits as they can be harmful to your growth at a young age. But now, it seems the adults want to take away your non-alcoholic drinks as well according to a recent survey.
We all know that tomato juice with its frosty phlegm-like consistency can really bring down the best of days. Even the much needed boost it received as a diet fad appears to be quickly waning due to its general crappiness.
Now, researchers on the dime of beverage companies Asahi and Kagome have discovered that it can also bust up anyone’s party by reversing the effects of alcohol.
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Huge life-size Eevee Eeveelution Pokémon plushies will steal hearts, conquer living rooms【Photos】
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped CreamTokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
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 2026Japan 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
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 characterKrispy 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
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
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Huge life-size Eevee Eeveelution Pokémon plushies will steal hearts, conquer living rooms【Photos】
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
How do fans in Japan feel about the new One Piece Netflix live-action trailer?
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
The five-patty Lotteria burger wasn’t big enough, so we made a 35-patty burger instead!
Start planning for next year’s Halloween with this official Majin Buu costume
Real version of Lotteria’s five-patty cheeseburger doesn’t look nearly as glorious as the ads
Truth in advertising: Lotteria’s monstrous Burger with Everything on It is exactly that
We investigate which conveyor belt sushi restaurant is best for drinking alone, drowning regrets
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations