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The care and patience given to the little duck family in the middle of downtown Tokyo is warming hearts around the country.
For this sweet kitty, the texture and colours of the strange new floor covering are too much to handle!
Some cats are cute enough to be models, while others are so beloved they get to have their very own shoe collection.
The summer sounds and the relaxed kitty make this one of the most calming clips we’ve ever seen!
People in Japan are going crazy for this dish and the best thing about it is you can make it at home too!
The cute kitten who sleeps on his back like a human with a smile on his face doesn’t even move when he’s touched!
Not only do they look cute, they also feature a clever tie design that’s been used in traditional Japanese furoshiki textile art for centuries.
The unaccompanied kitten is winning hearts for looking just like Jiji, the cat from Kiki’s Delivery Service, out on a magical errand.
Meet Tona, the little animal who’s charming the Internet by hiding inside its owner’s stuffed toy collection.
See just how much hair a dog can shed during a routine shampoo in this series of impressive before-and-after photos.
This cat’s moved on from boxes after discovering the pleasures of the electrical appliance.
Here’s a happy little story to start your weekend off right!
This Wednesday, a group of seven elementary school girls spotted an elderly lady trapped on a railroad crossing in Yamanashi Prefecture. Her electric-powered wheelchair had run out of power, leaving the poor woman stranded–and that’s when the brave girls sprang into action.




















Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Meet Asuna, the hyperreal android that will leave your jaw hanging 【Video】
A Fujoshi’s heaven on earth exists in Ikebukuro’s Boy’s Love Academy cafe
We push our luck and buy a lucky bag from a Japanese vending machine
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
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Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Japanese movie theater chain’s popcorn earns highest Grand Prix quality certification
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Meet Asuna, the hyperreal android that will leave your jaw hanging 【Video】
A Fujoshi’s heaven on earth exists in Ikebukuro’s Boy’s Love Academy cafe
We push our luck and buy a lucky bag from a Japanese vending machine
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
The top 10 baby names in Japan 2013
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Visiting the burial site of the head of Japan’s most evil demon in Kyoto
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Matcha parfait ice cream bars: Kyoto tea store deconstructs parfaits, creates stunning new sweets
Godzilla and Gap Japan team up for kaiju casual fashion collection【Photos】