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Our latest get-rich-quick-with-poop scheme goes head-to-head with other attempts to supernaturally game the system.
Classic woodblock prints are animated and paired with perfume for a multi-sensory art experience.
Major travel provider says that fewer international travelers will be coming to Japan in 2026, but they’ll be spending more.
One of the city’s most internationalized districts hits a cultural milestone on Coming of Age Day.
At this store managed by licensed hunters, you can not only purchase meat to go but also try venison, boar, and more at the on-site restaurant.
Several bumps in the road, a few glasses of beer, and a black omurice later, we couldn’t be more satisfied with our new discoveries.
Annual survey shows nearly a 70-percent increase in two years for number of Japanese women giving chocolate on Valentine’s Day.
Shinto shrine in Kyoto has become globally famous for its beauty, but inconsiderate visitors are ruining the view for everyone but themselves.
This year, KitKat is bringing everyday goods like pouches, tumblers, and towels to make the holiday feel much more adorable.
Starting in his 40s and still going strong, Mr. Sato offers realistic tips for anyone trying to shift some extra weight this year.
Tokyo’s record-breaking New Year’s Day fish market auction tuna arrives at one of Japan’s favorite casual sushi restaurant chains.
A list of Japan’s three-day weekends plus two vacation periods to dodge if you want to miss the crowds and high prices.
Novelist Osamu Dazai’s relocated house now invites visitors in to drink coffee, and disappear into books.
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Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
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Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
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