cafes
Before Starbucks existed in Japan, there were kissaten coffeehouses. Now there’s the Starbucks kissaten.
Anime eatery’s first branch in central Japan offers exclusive food and merch for mecha fans.
Brand new menu offers a variety of sakura-inspired drinks and meals for vegan and vegetarian diners.
Step inside with us as we try all the exclusive treats and drinks only available at this stunning Japan location.
Nestle’s new sleep cafe offers the most luxurious nap experience you can find in Tokyo – doze to your heart’s content!
No loyalty program or first-class ticket required for this traveler’s oasis with free drinks, loaner Nintendo Switch systems, and shower booths.
Establishment boasts 88,200 possible parfaits in the geisha district of Japan’s ancient capital city.
Come for the food and drink inspired by Rumiko Takahashi’s first manga series, stay for the special guest appearance by Maison Ikkoku.
This Ginza cafe treats its coffee like fine wine, so we sent Mr. Sato to sample a vintage.
MOST POPULAR
Now
New Your Name anime project is tie-up with Japanese late-night panting girls TV program
Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirts sell out in Japan, customers swoon over gorgeous designs in real life
Lone slug disables 26 trains in Kyushu for one hour
Hands-free tapioca bubble tea challenge goes viral online in Japan
Ramen with bread and grilled cheese topping is our favourite noodle trend in Tokyo right now
Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirts coming to Japan this summer, in 24 crazy designs
New commercial shows people in Japan offending foreigners with their stinky breath【Video】
A visit to Tokyo’s Pokémon Shirts store, and what all 150 original species patterns look like
Evangelion’s ‘Cruel Angel’s Thesis’ Gets New Taiko Drum Arrangement in July
Weekly
Smaller breasts for Tifa in Final Fantasy VII Remake confirmed, explained
Mini rice cooker cases: The newest Japanese capsule toys we never knew we needed until just now
Big boobs or curvy hips, which does Japan like more? Survey investigates- New commercial shows people in Japan offending foreigners with their stinky breath【Video】
- Lone slug disables 26 trains in Kyushu for one hour
Japanese store apologises for ad saying “women who want biracial children” should wear kimono
Convenience store in Sendai celebrates its foreign workers with a special store display
How to make awesome Japanese curry in five minutes without using instant packs or even a stove
This Japanese artist’s beautiful custom pendant for cash-strapped boy is absolutely priceless
Pokémon fans around the world distraught at the limited number of Pokémon in upcoming games
Monthly
- Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirts coming to Japan this summer, in 24 crazy designs
Chikan molester runs away from Japanese schoolgirls at train station in Japan【Video】- Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
Japanese cosplayer shocks everyone with dramatically different before and after makeup photos
Japan’s beef bowl king, Yoshinoya, releases new line of canned, ready-to-eat beef bowls
X Japan’s Yoshiki apologizes for having dinner with Jackie Chan
Naomi Osaka slams reporters who ask her to speak in Japanese with new Nike commercial
We stress-test Uniqlo’s “Impressive Jacket and Pants” to see if they live up to their names
Superstar singer Ayumi Hamasaki criticized by fans for “inappropriate” Instagram picture- Mini rice cooker cases: The newest Japanese capsule toys we never knew we needed until just now
Yearly
How to find a lost cat: Unique method from Japan proves to be surprisingly effective- Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirts coming to Japan this summer, in 24 crazy designs
New Studio Ghibli exhibition opens in Tokyo, features giant talking Yubaba from Spirited Away
Man jumps off bridge in Osaka to celebrate Heisei era’s end, hits something other than water【Vid】
The train station that stayed open for a single school girl finally closes down
Studio Ghibli co-founder and anime director Isao Takahata passes away in Tokyo- Chikan molester runs away from Japanese schoolgirls at train station in Japan【Video】
Chiitan needs your help! Japanese mascot suspended on Twitter after John Oliver feud
Chinese couple’s wedding crashed by groom’s ex-girlfriend, dressed in her own wedding dress【Vid】- Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Manga artist raises question online about false perspective in Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro
Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirts coming to Japan this summer, in 24 crazy designs
New commercial shows people in Japan offending foreigners with their stinky breath【Video】
A visit to Tokyo’s Pokémon Shirts store, and what all 150 original species patterns look like
Evangelion’s ‘Cruel Angel’s Thesis’ Gets New Taiko Drum Arrangement in July
Male grooming brand creates bizarre manga, features cloth demon reincarnated as a body wipe
Watch out! Pokémon Fusion gets a lot more real with some wicked fan art【Photos】
This Japanese artist’s beautiful custom pendant for cash-strapped boy is absolutely priceless
Japanese teacher uses math to simplify name of gag manga/anime “Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo”
What’s in a name? The 10 most common surnames in Japan (and their meanings)
Uniqlo Pokémon T-shirt grand prize-winner disqualified for violating contest rules
Japanese netizens confused by sign that boasts “on-the-spot change back with any cash purchase”
-
