Attendees at this month’s otaku gathering can get their hands on not just art books and posters, but limited-edition prophylactics too.
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The Makoto Shinkai film now trails the monumental Disney hit, and is actually picking up momentum at the box office.
Who needs a bouquet of roses when you can get a nod to this season’s biggest sports anime hit?
The wait is almost over.
If the anime series was called “Koto on Ice”, this cover would have just landed a spectacular quadruple axel.
Why is Studio Ghibli located in Koganei? Why are there two girls in My Neighbour Totoro? When will Miyazaki’s next film be released? Toshio Suzuki answered all these questions and more at an event last night in Tokyo.
Latest Evangelion-related desire is less “Get in the damn robot!” and more “Pay the damn royalties!”
A new selfie trend taken from a Japanese anime illustration is going viral.
The voices of fans have been heard, and the result is a fantastic blend of traditional and contemporary.
New anime will reunite voice actors and director from original 1990s TV series.
















Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Drunk cycling can result in an instantly suspended driver’s license in Japan
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
A trip to hell on Japan’s ‘vomit ship’: Is it as bad as everyone says it is?
Rice cooker kuri gohan and two more super-easy chestnut recipes to make this fall【SoraKitchen】
Soup curry and onigiri for breakfast at a super tasty semi-secret spot in Tokyo’s Shinjuku
10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere【Survey】
Is the all-you-can-eat KFC buffet in Tokyo really as good as they say it is?
Kina Shen: The beautiful Asian woman who looks like a living doll【Video, pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
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
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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?
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
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
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
Rice cooker kuri gohan and two more super-easy chestnut recipes to make this fall【SoraKitchen】
Soup curry and onigiri for breakfast at a super tasty semi-secret spot in Tokyo’s Shinjuku
10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere【Survey】
Is the all-you-can-eat KFC buffet in Tokyo really as good as they say it is?
Kina Shen: The beautiful Asian woman who looks like a living doll【Video, pics】
Light-up Master Sword, Rupee dishes, and heart notebook all part of new Legend of Zelda merch line
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
Totoro Full of Poses figures are full of joyful cuteness, complete set comes with a surprise
Starbucks vs. Tully’s — Is there such a big difference between Japan’s coffee giants?【Taste test】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Undress an ukiyo-e woman out of her kimono with this Japanese magic towel hack
Upcoming Australian-made card game battle anime is a confusing mix of genres