In this two-part series just in time for the 2026 Winter Olympics, we’re taking a look at Japanese skaters who have shaped the sport past and present.
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In this two-part series just in time for the 2026 Winter Olympics, we’re taking a look at Japanese skaters who have shaped the sport past and present.
Australia and the United States have been vocal about their love for these Japanese peaches, so we buy a box and try them out.
An inside look at the apartments, stores, dining hall, transport, and laundry room shared by the Olympic athletes.
The Olympian’s bright blue underarms makes it hard to concentrate on her stunning performance.
If you’re an athlete who runs from side to side or jumps up and down, these cute cats will love you, regardless of where you’re from!
Athletes who compete in amateur sports have one of the most difficult tasks. To compete on the world level, these athletes have to train their butts off and since they aren’t paid to compete, have to hold down a job as well. What they are able to accomplish when facing severely stacked odds is pretty spectacular.
With the conclusion of the 2014 Asia Games, Japan has once again had the chance to cheer on their storied athletes. It’s important to see these sportsmen in high level competitions because they inspire an entire generation of young athletes to continue to do what they love. A commercial airing during the television broadcasts for the Asia Games is also showing the incredible hearts of these great athletes. Find out who is giving back and what their special message is after the jump.











Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
Studio Ghibli unveils My Neighbour Totoro miniature house model
Perfectly recreated 1960s Japanese apartment lets museum visitors go back to mid-Showa era【Pics】
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
The entire Pokémon Red and Blue Kanto region map, built as a 3-D diorama, looks amazing【Photos】
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Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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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
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】
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
Studio Ghibli unveils My Neighbour Totoro miniature house model
Perfectly recreated 1960s Japanese apartment lets museum visitors go back to mid-Showa era【Pics】
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
The entire Pokémon Red and Blue Kanto region map, built as a 3-D diorama, looks amazing【Photos】
Mt. Fuji climbing reservation website is now open, and here’s how to reserve your spot
Tokyo has a new manga library with beer, and it’s everything we want in life
Japan has omurice chocolate, and the weirdest thing isn’t how it tastes
Nissin gets experimental with its Cup Noodles
Head of Tokyo board of education gets asked about dumb school hairstyle rule, gives dumb answer
Top 5 souvenirs to buy at Super Nintendo World, according to staff who work there
How do European Cup Noodles taste to a Japanese palate?
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.