Tom Nook, Isabelle, and more characters from the hit Nintendo series are here for a real-world seasonal event.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Gamers of different genres have a wide variety to select from with Uniqlo’s upcoming Spring 2021 lineup.
We show no restraint, and perhaps no intelligence, trying to bring some new friends to our New Horizons island.
Earthquakes don’t exist in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, but we can use it to explain how to keep safe in real life!
Free clothing downloads in Animal Crossing: New Horizons were inspired by real-life Harajuku-based casual clothing brand.
The custom design function in Animal Crossing: New Horizons allows Chiso to share their 2020 furisode kimono line-up with the masses.
“All That’s Left to Add is the Curry” is an ominous title for this custom design. Steel your stomachs!
Can’t make it to Shibuya? Don’t worry, because Nintendo Tokyo is ready to open its treasure trove to online shoppers.
If you haven’t already been convinced to get Animal Crossing: New Horizons, this might do the trick.
Preorders suspended days before they were set to start, no timetable for when they’ll open.
The latest themed edition for the Nintendo Switch console has fans hoarding bells frantically for the chance to grab one!
This little girl is frantically waiting for Animal Crossing on Nintendo Switch… Sounds like a job for Nintendo’s legendary customer service!

















Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
We try eating nothing but emergency food rations for three progressively tougher days
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
Hokkaido has an Ice Festival that’s less famous than the Snow one, but beautiful in its own way
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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】
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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
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
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
Hokkaido has an Ice Festival that’s less famous than the Snow one, but beautiful in its own way
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Kansai Airport’s open-to-anyone lounge is a great way to relax and refresh on your Japan journey
Studio Ghibli’s kodama ready to leave the Princess Mononoke forest as a squeezable keychain【Pics】
New Hello Kitty and friends summer kimono are perfect for Sanrio-loving parents, kids, and sisters
Store where you pay to shoplift returns to Tokyo
Evangelion lingerie is sure to help your otaku partner get into Beast Mode