Enjoy these stylish shu macarons with original blends of tea to enhance the flavors even more.
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We try the edibile flowers that everyone’s talking about right now, and let you know where you can get them.
Five Disney princesses are popping into Shibuya, and bringing some very unique merch with them.
But there will still be a place to grab a drink while looking at the great view of the Shibuya scramble, maybe in the company of giant anime figures.
Our black tea-loving reporter goes in search of a proper cup of tea at five of Japan’s most popular cafe chains.
Sakura flower petal soda, other cherry blossom treats have us ready to hurry to Japan’s Pronto cafes
Magical woman Cures get special food, drinks, and exclusive merch for fans who grew up with the series.
From limited-edition drinks to sweets and secret deals, these 10 ideas will help you get the best out of your trip to Starbucks in Japan.
70-year-old downtown hotel is closing, possible permanently, but there’s still time for one last taste of its amazing purin platter.




















Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Japanese woman sues man for 1.5 million yen for violating her “right to chastity”
Pocky recall issued in Japan after customers notice off-the-mark taste caused by unintended smells
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Has China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning shortened queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Tokyo?
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
The Place Where Totoro Was Born: New Studio Ghibli book includes art by Hayao Miyazaki’s wife
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
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】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
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
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Has China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning shortened queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Tokyo?
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
The Place Where Totoro Was Born: New Studio Ghibli book includes art by Hayao Miyazaki’s wife
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Who does a yakiniku beef bowl better: a Japanese vending machine or Yoshinoya?【Taste Test】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
From protozoa to tapeworms: Visiting the Meguro Parasitological Museum
“Japan needs more public trash cans!” – Our Japanese reporter sympathizes, though he doesn’t agree
Site of the worst bear attack in Japanese history is a chilling place to visit