Let the magical star of the Hayao Miyazaki classic deliver your messages with a personal touch.
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This is what happens when artistic sense meets a sense of responsiblity.
The rotund character from Studio Ghibli inspires us all with his adorable “Totorobics” workout.
The stunning model has been made according to a Japanese metal craft tradition with roots in the Edo period.
One of the most beloved characters in manga and anime history is now available as an ukiyo-e woodblock print!
800 years after its creation, the Scrolls of Frolicking Animals are still inspiring new content, thanks to the anime studio Hayao Miyazaki built.
Producer of Spirited Away and The Wind Rises wants to make exhibit as accessible as possible, offers partial rebates to advance ticket purchasers.
Looks like Pikachu’s protein supplements and lifting regimen have been super effective.
Designed to resemble traditional uchiwa fans, these exquisite lollipops are amongst the prettiest sweets in Tokyo.
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Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Fading Tokyo – Horikiri Station, the Arakawa River, and Kinpachi-sensei[Walking course]
No, that’s not French bread, it’s Japan’s crazy-big gobo!
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
New product aimed at Japanese women and cosplayers helps to create a slimmer, taller nose
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train
Japanese restaurant chain causes a stir with foreigners online, but is it any good?
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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
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
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You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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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
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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- Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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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
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