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Clever Pokédex Easter egg finally pays off as sleepy Pocket Monster’s true power is revealed for first time in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Clever codger shows he still has a strong memory and a sharp mind.
Short of carrying a hose to wash down smelly attendees, this tip may be your best defense.
Pokémon Trainers don’t need comfortable shoes as long as they have one of the relaxing gadgets.
Forgot to grab your phone or guidebook? With these user-friendly lockers, there’s no need to pay again if you want to get it and lock your things back up.
Augmented reality lifehack replaces the rubber bands and clips that worked for previous Pokémon games.
When you can’t rely on courtesy on the road, you can always take advantage of fear instead.
Never miss your stop on the train or make your bedmate get up earlier than necessary again.
Looking to keep your cosplay TV-broadcast compliant?
Ditch the dining room table and sit at a Japanese-style one with a heater, like at this ingenious Tokyo restaurant.
“Where’s the downloadable content beef?” is a valid question, but overlooks the fact that video games used to be like ham and cheese sandwiches.
Are you looking for the perfect novelty gift for that special someone who already has everything? Do you hate getting corn stuck in your teeth? Then you’ll be glad to know that the Corn Peeler might just be the item you’ve been looking for, and it just might revolutionise the way you eat corn.
Modern technology makes it easier than ever for people to work anywhere, not just in a traditional office setting. But every telecommuter or creative type knows the frustration of grabbing your laptop and any other necessary items, then carrying them to your local cafe, anxious to punch in and get some projects done, only to discover there’re no available seats.
Sure you might not need a whole office, but not even having a small desk to work on can really hurt your productivity. Here with a solution is ambitious and creative design house Bibi Lab, which is now selling a wheeled suitcase with an attached desk and chair that’s not only great for mobile professionals, but for artists, cosplayers, and all sorts of other people on the go.
















Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Japan has a cute Pokémon menu you probably don’t know about yet
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Muscly Italian men perform Sailor Moon music video, complete with senshi transformations【Video】
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Japan has a cute Pokémon menu you probably don’t know about yet
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Muscly Italian men perform Sailor Moon music video, complete with senshi transformations【Video】
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Japan’s train travel soundscape faces sad change as JR East axes special station departure melodies
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
Step aside, Hachiko! Yamaguchi’s Cat Temple offers a samurai tale of feline fealty
Zara creates loungewear that looks like a Japanese school P.E. uniform
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
Super-cheap, super-convenient rice-cooking mug is a new kitchen gadget all-star from 3 Coins
Burgers soaked in a plate of hot cheese served at American Diner Andra in Tokyo