The Pikashoe is one of more than a hundred creatures currently being captured in the colourful sneaker Pokédex.
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Haruka Yoshimura’s latest role is in a series about mahjong, but this snapshot makes the actress appear far from mundane.
According to this survey, tracksuit gym uniforms aren’t as bad as some more popular cosplay choices.
A number of impressive details hidden within the image has made fans go crazy for this limited-edition print.
The champion player shows off champion poses that set off a trending hashtag on Twitter in Japan.
We take a look at thecacera pacifica, known as the “Pikachu sea slug” in Japan, which many say is the real-life inspiration for the Pokémon character.
Gen Urobuchi is penning script for the King of the Monsters’ first-ever animated theatrical feature.
If the early ‘90s anime and manga gets remade, Yu Watase thinks it should look like this.
You can now vote for your favourite Studio Ghibli film to watch on the big screen in Japan.
Buff blade boys and sexy Squirtle catch the eyes of attendees at Japan’s biggest otaku event.
Comiket sizzled on opening day with hot beauties from favourites like One Piece, Love Live!, and even Pokémon.
Japanese phrase misheard by overseas anime fan inspires amusement across the twittersphere. We solve the mystery of what it actually means!

















Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Downtown Tokyo’s meaty monster Kaibutsu ramen will challenge your stomach, thrill your taste buds
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Howl’s Moving Castle’s scene-stealing dog is here to clean your home as a plushie mop
Japanese prison will become luxury hotel managed by country’s premier resort company
Tokyo real estate agency sends beautiful women with you on apartment visits for date-like mood
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
“25 Potential Culture Shocks from around the World” infographic offers tidbits of travel wisdom
Ghibli’s Miyazaki hints at possible Nausicaa sequel
Studio Ghibli retailer now sells Japanese anime curry with all the special utensils
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Tokyo real estate agency sends beautiful women with you on apartment visits for date-like mood
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
“25 Potential Culture Shocks from around the World” infographic offers tidbits of travel wisdom
Ghibli’s Miyazaki hints at possible Nausicaa sequel
Studio Ghibli retailer now sells Japanese anime curry with all the special utensils
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases new action figures featuring Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind characters
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Here comes Japan’s newest fruit dessert sandwich: 7-Eleven’s purple Blueberry Sandwich!
New 7-Eleven sandwich goes viral in Japan, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
We eat at an Ishigaki Island hotel breakfast buffet that has incredible value for the money