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Charice
This one goes out to all our readers in the Philippines–Charice is back, and she’s telling everyone to “Let it Go!”
We haven’t heard much about Charice for about a year, so it was a pleasant surprise to see the talented singer belting out the iconic song from Disney’s Frozen in a short YouTube karaoke clip. Also, we love that short new-ish ‘do she’s sporting!
Bear breaks into house in Japan, quickly begins spending winter exactly like Japanese people do
Starbucks Japan releases cute new zodiac goods for Year of the Snake
McDonald’s Japan announces Evangelion burger line, releases crazy anime video for them【Video】
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Out-of-this-world omamori shrine charms are blessed by the cosmos
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
Tokyo Cancel Christmas protest march cancelled by Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men
Japanese burger chain no longer serves onion rings, but offers intriguing replacement【Taste test】
Top cosplayer Enako’s Christmas cosplay is here, but is “Santacos” really an accurate term?【Pics】
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the pastStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schoolsStudio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
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
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local touristsJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a wholeThis downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
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
Here’s what happens when you mix all 53 kinds of Muji curry into one crazy super curry【Taste test】
Tokyo Cancel Christmas protest march cancelled by Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men
Japanese burger chain no longer serves onion rings, but offers intriguing replacement【Taste test】
Top cosplayer Enako’s Christmas cosplay is here, but is “Santacos” really an accurate term?【Pics】
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Miniature keychain versions of Japan’s Death Spray are coming to capsule toy machines soon
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024
Otaku dating service’s secret to success: Courting guys who’re accepting of boys love
Testing our luck – Can visiting Japan’s power spots improve the omikuji temple fortune you draw?
Haku is…Chihiro’s dead brother? Studio Ghibli fans blown away by Spirited Away theory
Nakano Broadway sells a fukubukuro lucky bag for foreigners, but is it a good deal or a scam?
The 5 best Japanese bento to buy at Kyoto Station
The Pokémon Mister Donut lucky bag is even better than we’d hoped!【Photos】
Totoro Christmas tree cookie sets are here, are extra-special for Ghibli fans with a little luck