Some of Japan’s most iconic places to see the autumn leaves are now off-limits to photographers.
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The conditions are just right to surround Takeda Castle with a sea of clouds.
Mars may be the one called the Red Planet, but this shot shows part of Earth turning a beautiful crimson.
Pokémon look more distinguished than ever in authentic ukiyo-e that pay homage to a pair of feudal Japan’s greatest artists.
These emblems are more personal than a birthstone, and more inclusive than the family crests of Japan’s noble houses.
Ranking of Japan’s best fall colors will have you ready to head into the great (and red) outdoors.
The ordinarily attention-averse musician treks through some of Japan’s most gorgeous scenery.
Don’t forget to purify your soul before heading to this museum’s display of samurai swords that were designed to do just one thing: kill.
Whether you need to find breathtaking visuals for a website or pamphlet, or just want to lose yourself in the natural beauty of Japan, this is the place to do it.
Here’s the potentially awesome upside of rain on the day you’re going up Tokyo’s tallest structure.


















Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Are Japanese convenience store sandwiches scamming us with their fillings?
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
We asked our Japanese team of writers how they deal with seasonal allergies in Japan
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
Nephew receives SD card after his uncle passes away, finds treasure trove of gems from the past
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
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
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
Nephew receives SD card after his uncle passes away, finds treasure trove of gems from the past
Scientific study from Japan proves ninja hand gestures sharpen the mind and reduce stress
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
New Uniqlo x Pokémon collection coming to Japan this month!
Beautiful Starbucks in Kyoto blends into its traditional landscape in more ways than one
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
An up-close look at one of Japan’s five Ryuseito swords, forged from meteorites【Photos】
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
Pokémon Ditto Cup uses Transform to turn into jiggly gelatin, rice, sand, and infinite possibilities