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Pokémon Ditto Cup uses Transform to turn into jiggly gelatin, rice, sand, and infinite possibilities
Studio Ghibli theme park schedules a pair of anime from the legendary director for fans to see this summer.
Calcifer’s got a secret in this set of accessories, but it’s a sure bet that it’s adorable too.
Cutest cast members of The Boy and the Heron are ready to head out wherever you want to take them.
Characters from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Kiki’s Delivery Service want to help keep you cozy on hot summer nights.
Princess Mononoke anime characters highlight the beauty of nature…and the Japanese language.
Director of Belle, The Boy and the Beast discusses how real-world events influenced the creation of his first post-pandemic anime.
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7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
McDonald’s adds a Japanese daifuku pie to its menu for a limited time
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
We fall in love with a bucket of Japanese custard pudding【Taste test】
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
With entrance exams looming, “ads that only students can see” appear in Tokyo train stations
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Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
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Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
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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
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Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
We fall in love with a bucket of Japanese custard pudding【Taste test】
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
With entrance exams looming, “ads that only students can see” appear in Tokyo train stations
Dragon Quest Burgers and Slime drinks are coming to McDonald’s Japan【Video】
Japan’s chubby musical cat toys are a ridiculously cute piano substitute 【Video】
Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno opens up about his latest bout with depression, movie delays
We take a ride on Seibu Railway’s futuristic luxury liner: the Limited Express Laview
Massive manga mural takes over Tokyo station to celebrate Jujutsu Kaisen【Photos】- Short documentary explores the significance of Japanese children being independent from a young age 【Video】
Four of the best Tokyo budget hotels we stayed in this year
Ultra-premium matcha, koji rice mold star in Starbucks Japanese New Year’s Frappuccino and drinks
Tokyo’s new giant Gundam anime robot statue is complete, and it’s awesome【Photos】
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