Mr. Sato attends the first post-pandemic protocol iteration of Japan’s largest car aftermarket show.
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They’re almost too pretty to eat, but you’ll need to chow down if you want to get Japan’s most delicious traditional luck boost.
Select branches of Japan’s favorite curry chain are serving up a taste of Niigata in Tokyo and Kanagawa.
The man who made KFC so popular at Christmas brought a taste of Kentucky to Japan in more ways than one.
Every year all eyes are on the flashiest fashions at Kitakyushu, but there’s another side to the story.
Japan’s favorite casual donut chain collaborates with one of the country’s best patissiers for a four-donut chocolate gateau lineup, and we try them all.
Capsule House K was the mountain retreat of architect Kisho Kurosawa, but now it can be yours for the night.
Tom Nook, Isabelle, and more characters from the hit Nintendo series are here for a real-world seasonal event.
What started out feeling like a dumb gag manga became a source of strength as our otaku reporter searched for a purpose in life.
The Spy x Family lucky bag takes its time revealing its secrets, but that’s part of what makes it so fun.




















Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Shizuoka hot springs town invites you to see one of the longest hina doll displays in Japan
Playing Switch 2 games with just one hand is possible thanks to Japanese peripheral maker
Crowd-funded hakama roomwear doubled its funding goal, is now available to everyone
Nintendo hid a secret message on the Switch’s Pro Controller
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
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
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
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Shizuoka hot springs town invites you to see one of the longest hina doll displays in Japan
Playing Switch 2 games with just one hand is possible thanks to Japanese peripheral maker
Crowd-funded hakama roomwear doubled its funding goal, is now available to everyone
Nintendo hid a secret message on the Switch’s Pro Controller
Real-world Gundam rations now on sale in Japan【Photos】
We try the viral screaming rubber chicken car park hack in Japan
Our visit to the coolest Book Off used Japanese book store that we’ve ever seen
New Attack on Titan theme park attraction coming to Fuji-Q Highland
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
Kiki & Lala Cafe in Tokyo now serving up star shaped burgers and more!【Photos】
Gorgeous Sailor Moon fan art makes us fall in love with the series all over again