autumn

Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan

Take a bite out of one of these popular places where you can see the behind-the-scenes manufacturing process of some of your favorite foods in Japan.

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Studio Ghibli adds acorn-shaped Totoro bento boxes to its anime merchandise shop in Japan

The next best thing to carrying a sack full of magical acorns. 

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Cherry blossoms appearing early in Nagano… about half a year early

Better early than never.

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Starbucks celebrates Halloween with new Frappuccino, tea and drinkware in Japan

Join us as we find out if these new items live up to the hype.

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Studio Ghibli releases new Gobelin tote bags that capture the beauty of two anime films

These totes are like works of wearable art. 

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Starbucks releases first-ever vending machine-exclusive drink in Japan

Limited-edition beverage is a historic first for the coffeehouse chain.

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Studio Ghibli releases new merchandise in honour of Mr Dough and the Egg Princess anime short

Film characters in an egg carton make this one of the studio’s most unusual releases of the year.

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Studio Ghibli adds new anime bibs and cushion to its merchandise shop in Japan

Totoro, Jiji and the Catbus are here to bring joy to all ages. 

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Starbucks Japan releases exclusive new pyjama drink and goods in collaboration with Gelato Pique

Japanese loungewear and sleepwear brand takes “wearable dessert” concept to new levels.

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Studio Ghibli releases new My Neighbour Totoro collection for autumn

Cosy up to famous forest characters in this new anime movie collection.

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Starbucks Japan releases a surprising new Frappuccino for autumn

Limited-edition beverage reveals the heartwarming story of a nearly extinct fruit.

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Starbucks Japan releases a new hojicha mousse latte for autumn

Move aside, Frappuccinos, this autumn is all about the roasted green tea latte.

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Mister Donut turns doughnuts into Japanese idols for new range in Japan

Taking oshi culture into new realms of fandom.

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Kyoto cookies let you create your own edible 3-D forest world

Little Forest Cookie Can is like eating a page out of a storybook.

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Does Starbucks Japan’s new holiday Frappuccino really taste like a cup of fallen snow?

We find out if these seasonal beverages taste as snowy as they look.

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Starbucks Japan releases exclusive new holiday goods at Reserve Roastery Tokyo

Products from a “world of ice” add a stylish vibe to your festive gathering.

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Starbucks Japan’s new Crackly Trick Halloween topping transforms any Frappuccino

Now any beverage can dress up in costume for Halloween. 

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Enjoy fall to the fullest by soaking up a splash of color with autumn leaves and onsen

Here are four great places in Japan where you can enjoy both the fall foliage as well as a soak in the hot springs.

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Is Starbucks Japan’s new Halloween Frappuccino really like drinking a magical spell?

Baristas are casting spells on Starbucks drinks so we find out if we can resist their charms…

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Witness the stunning hues of red and blue with Lake Biwa views at Mt. Hakodate’s Kokia Park

Looking for a scenic outing this month? This lakeside park in Shiga will leave you transfixed with all of its autumn glory.

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