autumn (Page 4)
Beautiful new collection celebrates “an autumn festival of animals living in the coffee forest“.
Autumn is around the corner in Japan when chestnut flavored products start making an appearance.
Twitter is alight with delight over this stunning shot of a kimono-clad girl and her dainty deer friend.
These simple but clever designs are sure to enchant not only the children but the grown-ups as well.
There’s no better time to come to Japan than fall, and no better way to spend your trip than by wandering through these crimson forests and gardens.
Some of Japan’s most iconic places to see the autumn leaves are now off-limits to photographers.
Mars may be the one called the Red Planet, but this shot shows part of Earth turning a beautiful crimson.
The taste of Japan has been captured in a tub of ice cream with a brand new flavour combination this year.
Ranking of Japan’s best fall colors will have you ready to head into the great (and red) outdoors.
Only available in certain countries for a limited time, these regional cakes come with a number of gorgeous details.
Tourists flock to Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto during the cherry blossom-viewing days of spring, but equally stunning are the sights of brilliantly colored autumn leaves amidst ancient structures that have remained undisturbed for hundreds of years.
One particular temple, Rurikoin, stands on the edge of the city and is a paradise for photographers during the autumn months, as well as visitors who didn’t even know they had an artistic side yet spend hours playing with different lighting effects there. While Rurikoin is not always open for general admission from year to year, we’re in luck because this year the building will indeed open its doors for the span of one short month.


















Pokémon Card Stores requiring facial recognition scans for entry in Japan in latest anti-scalper move
A roadside hair salon stall in China made us Norway’s Haaland for US$1, and warmed out hearts too
Japanese government okays plan to create a backup capital city
Japanese Shinkansen welcomes overnight guests for one night during summer festival
Starbucks Japan brings back the Caramel Waffle, but is it as good as it used to be?
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Cup Noodle releases cold-water instant ramen in Japan, but can it really be made with just cold water?
Kodama Shinkansen trains on popular Japan route get a whole new look this winter
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
61-year-old Kyoto man arrested for playing guitar and radio too loudly for seven years
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Studio Ghibli adds new Ponyo glassware to its anime lineup for summer
Pikachu and Ditto Pokémon desserts at Baskin-Robbins Japan look AND feel like their inspirations
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains