I can say fairly certainly that this is the greatest painting of instant deep-fried vegetables ever made.
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Here’s a beautifully compelling reason to hang onto your change when you go shopping in Japan.
New Tokyo “art exhibition” showcasing women’s thighs just in time for Christmas.
Slimes draw near following conclusion of rice field art project.
It doesn’t take a wind god and a thunder god to explain how good your car is, but it certainly helps.
Get out the tissues because this hand-drawn thank-you manga from creator to fan will hit you right in the feels.
From falling cherry blossom leaves to a rabbit pounding mochi rice, these incredible slit animations are absolutely mesmerising.
After hearing about it last week, you bet we went to check out Japan’s gigantic straw Godzilla for ourselves, and it’s way more imposing than we’d anticipated.
Ukiyo-e master Hokusai’s iconic seascape is now appearing on eligible motor vehicles in the capital.
With five different floral designs to choose from, this is one bouquet you’ll want to add to your pencil case.
It’s like they knew exactly which beloved characters were missing in our hearts and our collections.
Who can resist scrumptious Oreo cookies, especially when they’re inscribed with our favorite Ghibli anime characters? Read More
Saya puckers up while showing off a variety of uncannily lifelike facial expressions.
The DIY project, complete with an embedded graphics tablet, is inspiring digital illustrators everywhere.
Pokémon look more distinguished than ever in authentic ukiyo-e that pay homage to a pair of feudal Japan’s greatest artists.
















7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Is it rude to sing along at concerts in Japan? We ask a pro musician for his take
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
Start saving room now – Japanese grocery store’s biggest sushi roll yet is coming for Setsubun
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Cancelled your trip to Tokyo? Free papercraft download lets you build Akihabara in your own home
How to avoid queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Japan
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
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
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
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
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
Start saving room now – Japanese grocery store’s biggest sushi roll yet is coming for Setsubun
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Cancelled your trip to Tokyo? Free papercraft download lets you build Akihabara in your own home
How to avoid queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Japan
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Power up like Godzilla with new limited-edition Godzilla Energy Drink
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
Samurai backpacks from Kyoto combine lamellar tradition, awesome style, and modern functionality
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost