Arsonist is shown list of victims’ names at first court hearing, but start of trial is likely still far away.
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When you’re craving the latest issue of Shonen Jump, Uber is ready to roll and bring you your comic fix.
Hayao Miyazaki has read British novel inspiration “cover-to-cover five times,” will once again team up with son as director.
Areas that let anime fans step into the worlds of My Neighbor Totoro and Whisper of the Heart will open as scheduled.
Evangelion is ending once again, which means it’s time for the legendary anime to go absolutely nuts.
If you ever needed proof that the director of Your Name is a visual perfectionist, this is it.
Today we’re counting down some pivotal episodes before the release of Yashahime this October.
Nearly a year after the tragic deaths of dozens of anime creators, the man responsible will finally begin facing justice.



















Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Final Fantasy and Shinkansen announce collaboration with in-train audio play, SD art and merch
Ghibli Park opens final area to first visitors, with stunning new attractions and shops 【Videos】
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Japan’s 10 best Ferris wheels for beautiful views, as chosen by travelers【Survey】
The best cosplayers from Day 2 of Summer Comiket 2022【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Ghibli Park opens final area to first visitors, with stunning new attractions and shops 【Videos】
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Japan’s 10 best Ferris wheels for beautiful views, as chosen by travelers【Survey】
The best cosplayers from Day 2 of Summer Comiket 2022【Photos】
Pics of Pikachu packs from a day of Pokémon hunting in Yokohama【Video】
Studio Ghibli adds more magic to its Kiki’s Delivery Service collection
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Baby Chanco: The Japanese baby with a full head of thick, lustrous hair
Japan’s top 10 travel experiences in the sky【Survey】
Decorative animal toys with massive chins now a thing in Japan for some reason