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.
autumn
Film characters in an egg carton make this one of the studio’s most unusual releases of the year.
Here are four great places in Japan where you can enjoy both the fall foliage as well as a soak in the hot springs.
Baristas are casting spells on Starbucks drinks so we find out if we can resist their charms…
Looking for a scenic outing this month? This lakeside park in Shiga will leave you transfixed with all of its autumn glory.




















Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
Here’s where to find all of Japan’s new Pikachu Pokémon manhole covers in Yokohama【Photos, maps】
Towering lanterns light up the summer sky at Akita’s famous festival
New Sailor Moon merch goes old school as the magical girls turn into eight-bit pixel art
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
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
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
Here’s where to find all of Japan’s new Pikachu Pokémon manhole covers in Yokohama【Photos, maps】
Towering lanterns light up the summer sky at Akita’s famous festival
New Sailor Moon merch goes old school as the magical girls turn into eight-bit pixel art
Studio Ghibli holiday wreath adds a touch of Kiki cuteness and good fortune to your home【Photos】
Kyoto’s “ikezu” culture of backhanded compliments explained in hilarious souvenir sticker series
Honda Fit and Weekly Shonen Jump magazine create stunning Japanese itasha manga car【Pics】
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Smell like a Demon Slayer (or a Demon) with new line of Kimetsu no Yaiba fragrances
Uniqlo and anime director Mamoru Hosoda team up for awesome new T-shirt line【Photos】
Japanese automaker Suzuki now makes instant curry, but does it rev our foodie engines?【Taste test】