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Birthday (Page 2)
Next year, the Japanese emperor, Akihito, turns 80 years old. That’s a pretty respectable age for just about anyone, we’d say. In celebration, the Imperial Household Agency has announced plans to open up the Imperial Palace to a select group of lucky commoners to be selected by lottery. Hmm…are you feeling lucky?
Have you wondered just how old Hello Kitty is? We know her dimensions (five apples tall, with a weight of three apples), but we never really stop to think about how old this adorable little cat is. Surely she’s still in her early 20s, right? How else could someone have the energy to work so many different jobs??
Well, if you thought so, you’re wrong! Hello Kitty was born on this day 39 years ago.
That’s right, the cutest kitty in the world is almost 40!
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Totoro towels gently glow in the dark to set the Ghibli nighttime mood in your home【Photos】
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Makers of Dassai to brew sake in space and sell 100 milliliters for 100 million yen
Evangelion and McDonald’s Japan launch first-ever collaboration with transforming figures【Video】
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
Japan now has fish-shaped soy sauce bottle hand cream
Taking revenge on Starbucks in Japan with 10,000 yen at the Reserve Roastery TokyoJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the animeMajor Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schoolsThis downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Over 800 Studio Ghibli anime world paintings compiled in beautiful new hardcover art book【Pics】
Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke plushies show a softer side of formidable Ghibli characters
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Studio Ghibli tea blends contain ingredients inspired by My Neighbour Totoro
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Studio Ghibli releases new range of cardigans for anime fans
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local tourists
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a whole
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengersPossessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Makers of Dassai to brew sake in space and sell 100 milliliters for 100 million yen
Evangelion and McDonald’s Japan launch first-ever collaboration with transforming figures【Video】
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
Japan now has fish-shaped soy sauce bottle hand cream
Taking revenge on Starbucks in Japan with 10,000 yen at the Reserve Roastery Tokyo
The best Christmas Market in Japan? Yokohama event is top choice for travellers
Japanese-style accommodation at the new Premium Dormy Inn hotel in Asakusa will blow your mind
Kanna Hashimoto’s rise to fame continues with major commercial appearance
Which Japanese convenience store has the best lucky sushi roll? Unclear results show clear winner
Nakano Broadway sells a fukubukuro lucky bag for foreigners, but is it a good deal or a scam?
Is the Fountain of Youth in Thailand? 1965’s Miss Universe still looks pretty incredible
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
Japanese breast size study shows rapid growth in previously smallest-busted region of county
The little-known inspiration for Princess Mononoke: A manga about a tribe in Papua New Guinea