Hugtto! PreCure’s final episode has aired, and only truly draws to a close after we see the protagonist as an adult screaming in labor pain.
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Takahashi was awarded the 2019 Grand Prix at France’s Angoulême Festival, but fans in her native Japan were confused by how her work was framed.
Some of the biggest names in shonen and shojo manga turn their pens to redesigning the king of American cartoons.
Tennis star makes first comment regarding Cup Noodle ad that’s drawn accusations of whitewashing.
Stop-motion masterpiece is a whole new kind of Gundam animation.
The latest film from the creator of Summer Wars and Wolf Children may or may not take home the gold statue, but it’s already done something incredible.
Half-Haitian, half-Japanese tennis star’s real-world complexion is far darker than how she appears as Prince of Tennis character.
The online identity of the ski slope sensation is revealed.
Wearing a suit to the office isn’t so bad when you’ve got Pikachu, Eevee, and your other Pokémon pals with you.
Now that we’re two decades on from the ’90s, what shows would you like to see receive a modern day make-over?
The clock, made by a Chinese TikTok user, lights up and contains intricate overlays of Luffy, his friends and the emblematic anime ship.
The wait is over, and the capsule toy feline fashions are now being modeled by Japan’s cats.
Relax your body and improve your Poké-knowledge at the same time.

















Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
We asked our Japanese team of writers how they deal with seasonal allergies in Japan
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Starbucks opens special telecommuting branch in Tokyo’s Ginza neighborhood【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
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
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
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Starbucks opens special telecommuting branch in Tokyo’s Ginza neighborhood【Photos】
Pot Noodles prove too much for Japanese taste buds
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
We test out Japanese megastore Don Quijote’s new mega-affordable smart watch
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
How to make curry in a rice cooker with zero prep work and no water[Recipe]
Cowboy Bebop creator’s Samurai Champloo anime to become live-action series from Hollywood studio
Anime-style novel contest in Japan bans alternate reality stories and teen protagonists
We both do and do not recommend hiking to Tokyo’s beautiful mountain beer garden in midsummer