For all lovers of pastel, cute things, and cartoon characters (especially Hello Kitty) alike.
Amusement Parks (Page 8)
Amusement park association wants quiet thrill rides, no hugs as part of post-coronavirus closure reopenings.
One of Japan’s oldest theme parks is fading away, but it might be magically reborn as a mecca for fans of the wizard school saga.
If you’ve ever wanted to zip-line through the King of the Monsters or save Japan from one of his rampages, this is your new happiest place on earth.
Pompompurin isn’t quite as cute when he’s hungering for your brains, but you can save him in this mission-based Sanrio Puroland horror event.
Star Wars is OK, but only some Kingdom Hearts characters can enter the happiest place on earth.
Crouch too close to the sewer, and you might catch a glimpse of red…oh, it’s just her ribbon.
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Motorsports, hot springs, huge ramen, and an amusement park: All reasons to visit Suzuka Circuit
Mie Prefecture’s Suzuka is the home of Japan’s most famous racetrack, but there’s more than cars to get excited about.
Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea celebrate the Year of the Boar in style with a fan-favorite Disney character in the limelight.
Pair of visitors get called “jerks” online, but we’d have picked a harsher label.
All the details on the buildings, stores and cafes set to appear at the new Studio Ghibli theme park.
Quite possibly the last Disney character we’d expect to be a love guru has the perfect answer to one young man’s dilemma.
The following is essential reading for parents, and possibly mental health professionals too.
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Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
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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
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
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Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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We try an unusual buffet of dishes made from wild game at a roadside stop in Chiba
Hokkaido has an Ice Festival that’s less famous than the Snow one, but beautiful in its own way
New adults go wild at Seijinshiki Coming-of-Age ceremony in Kitakyushu, Japan 【Photos】
Finally! Icees are coming to Japan!
Man arrested for violating Japan’s anti-dueling law in downtown Tokyo
Fending off unwanted Kabe-don: A guide
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
Mister Donut blooms with sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2025
Frozen Japanese sake: A fantastic way to make easy summer cocktails
Studio Ghibli’s kodama ready to leave the Princess Mononoke forest as a squeezable keychain【Pics】
Starbucks Japan reveals new Halloween goods for 2025
Why do elevators have mirrors in them? Japan Elevator Association has the answer
Best practices for celebrating Coming of Age Day for those turning 18, 20, or both in Japan
Conveyor belt yakiniku: Our new favourite way to enjoy all-you-can-eat meat in Japan
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