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Dragon Ball and Fullmetal Alchemist veteran mixes real-world environment with amazing hand-drawn animation.
100 yen shop chain Daiso shares some priceless knowledge that we immediately put to the test.
Crazy telecommuting aid lets you ditch the digital trickery and have a video conference background with zero chance of computer glitches.
The best thing you can get from a gacha machine? An instant reminder that the work you do has value.
Kids (or you) not happy about having to wear a mask? Turn it into cute Dragon Quest cosplay instead.
Former AKB48 idol channels her faith that ramen fans will be back at her restaurant in the future into making sure workers get paid in the present.
Every little counter-measure can help…right? This one makes it natural and easy to keep a little extra distance.
With the walls closing in on him in his Tokyo apartment, SoraNews24’s Go Hatori figures out a way to work his body and free his mind.
Affordable studio apartments are filled with features to make your cat happy in your new home.
You can give your ride a stealthy otaku makeover without spending a single cent…but the results could be very temporary or very permanent.
Japanese comedian creates a 30-second countermeasure that can help you, and your community, stay safe from the coronavirus.




















Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
No talking allowed, at all, at new Tokyo cafe, even when you’re ordering【Videos】
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Our Japanese-born reporter tries California-grown rice, gets his mind blown【Taste test】
Twitpics show sumo wrestlers getting health checks… in spaaaaaaace!
We visit izakaya in Thailand billed as “Middle Aged Man’s Paradise”, try food that’s illegal in Japan
We take a trip to the adorable Doraemon station and soak up the adorable kitty robot anime decor
Is the all-you-can-eat KFC buffet in Tokyo really as good as they say it is?