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From fresh-baked melon bread to sausage sandwiches, there are now more reasons than ever to love 7-Eleven in Japan.
A taste of home for a Japanese expat turns into a delicious regional treat in one part of Japan.
We learn the origin of this unique pastry sold in one of Tokyo’s bustling commercial districts.
Maritozzos have captured Japan’s sweets-loving heart this summer, and this one looks like it could meow.
People tend to forget about Daily Yamazaki, but this cool feature makes the chain totally worth remembering.




















Japanese drugstore sells onigiri at pre-stupid era prices, but how do they compare to 7-Eleven?
7-Eleven Japan’s sakura sweets season is underway right now!
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 1]
Survey finds that one in five high schoolers don’t know who music legend Masaharu Fukuyama is
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Japan has only one airport named after a samurai, so let’s check out Kochi Ryoma【Photos】
Top 30 tourist sites in Japan: the most popular sightseeing spots for overseas visitors
Crane games in Japanese convenience stores getting more and more popular, especially with tourists
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki reveals the name of his next feature film
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
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
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Japan has only one airport named after a samurai, so let’s check out Kochi Ryoma【Photos】
Top 30 tourist sites in Japan: the most popular sightseeing spots for overseas visitors
Crane games in Japanese convenience stores getting more and more popular, especially with tourists
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki reveals the name of his next feature film
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Find a red envelope on the ground? Here’s why you should never pick it up
Kura Sushi wants to see you smile for a chance to win prizes
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
10 beautiful packaging designs from Japan
Hey, 2020s kids! The ’90s have a sticker picture message waiting for you in Tokyo
Kyoto’s “ikezu” culture of backhanded compliments explained in hilarious souvenir sticker series
Look at this awesome vision of how beautiful a modern Pokémon Red and Blue remake could be【Video】
Ghibli’s Kiki’s Delivery Service returns to theaters with first-ever IMAX screenings and remaster