Our team gathers their favorite anpan and tasks Go Hatori with being the Anpan Judge to determine the best of them all.
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Here are the most popular picks for cherry blossom-viewing in both eastern and western Japan, based on bookings.
The company has arrived at the best possible balance of chocolate and wafer in the beloved treat in a new version that’s hitting shelves soon.
Chinese website bilibili recently took a reader poll to find the most “moe” characters of 2015. Not only was the competition fierce, but the “cute dudes” top 8 was extremely surprising.
Skytrax has released the results of its annual World Airport Awards and, once again, Singapore’s Changi Airport has taken the top spot.
It’s no surprise that Changi came out on top again. The international transit hub has incredible amenities, such as a butterfly garden, rooftop pool, movie theaters, hotels, spas, and showers — and even a four-story slide.
Skytrax based its rankings on 12.85 million customer nominations across 110 nationalities and included 410 airports worldwide. It incorporated passenger satisfaction across nearly 40 categories, including service and shopping and security and immigration.
All the airports commended last year made the 2014 list, but in a slightly different order.
There’s nothing worse than having to take a 12 hour plane ride before getting to your relaxing exotic vacation. That is, unless your flight is delayed. Then it turns into a nightmarish trudge to your final destination, with missed connecting flights and more pulled hairs than you care to lose. As the saying goes, “It’s not the destination, but the journey” and if that’s true, you’re sure to have the most enjoyable trip on Flightstats.com‘s list of the top ten airlines that get you to your destination on time. Japan Airlines leads the pack with an amazing 93 percent on-time departure rate. Take a look at the full list and choose your airline accordingly.









Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Exhibit featuring cutting-edge smell technology held at Tokyo Skytree
Ken Shimura remembered for his huge contribution to the game Rock, Paper, Scissors in Japan
Tokyo station platform to transform into sake bar with hot drinks, hot oden, and hot kotatsu
Majority of Japanese men say they feel some discomfort seeing female janitors in men’s restrooms
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
New line of Evangelion fishing lures and other gear released by Japanese maker Dress
Let’s visit a German castle… in Okinawa!
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Studio Ghibli mixes with sporty street styles of New Era to put No Face on your head in cap series
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】
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
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
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
New line of Evangelion fishing lures and other gear released by Japanese maker Dress
Let’s visit a German castle… in Okinawa!
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective
How to get your money’s worth at an all-you-can-eat crepe challenge in Japan
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
7-Eleven Japan now sells…matcha burritos?!?
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Chocolate hot spring bath opens in Japan, allows swimsuits, mixed-gender bathing