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This past week marked the 19th typhoon of the season. Hitting Japan very soon after typhoon No. 18, Vongfong–which translates as “wasp” in Cantonese–battered the islands of Japan with incredibly heavy rains and strong winds.
While much of Japan suffered under the powerful force of nature, one prefecture remained virtually untouched, even while all of its neighbors took a beating. Find out why after the jump.
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Miniature keychain versions of Japan’s Death Spray are coming to capsule toy machines soon
Tokyo ramen restaurant’s made-to-order noodles are only the beginning of its awesomeness
The best Christmas Market in Japan? Yokohama event is top choice for travellers
10 great quirky museums to beat the Japan rainy season blues
Kura Sushi has a new parade-delivered whole cake dessert, but what’s it like to eat?【Video】
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective
Say hello to the Big Bomb Onigiri, a beast of a Japanese rice ball
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local touristsJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a wholeThis downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengersPossessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
10 great quirky museums to beat the Japan rainy season blues
Kura Sushi has a new parade-delivered whole cake dessert, but what’s it like to eat?【Video】
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective
Say hello to the Big Bomb Onigiri, a beast of a Japanese rice ball
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
Clever design trick means beautiful Ghibli Artboard Jigsaw Puzzles won’t have bittersweet ending
Boy entering all-girls high school creates real-life harem anime
Evangelion and McDonald’s Japan launch first-ever collaboration with transforming figures【Video】
Opening 70 toys in a capsule toy lucky bag is our best tip for killing time over the holidays
Are You Ready to Confront the Most Terrifying Toilet Paper in the World?
Haunted, abandoned hotel complex on Okinawa is a lesson against messing with Japan’s spirits
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Pikachu appears as a noh actor in kimono at Pokémon x Crafts Exhibition in Japan
Nintendo bringing real-life Zelda Zonai Device capsule toy machines to Japan【Photos】