We regret being so quick to judge the Kanjuku Beniharuka, but not being so quick to eat it.
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This hidden-gem karaoke chain is perfect for your inner child and adult-beverage-loving grown-up.
With just over a month until the opening, the park is ready to share its Ghibli magic with the world.
Travel restrictions finally set to be lifted as country returns to pre-pandemic entry procedures.
Usagi Tsukino recommends this tsukimi sandwich from Mos Burger, but is it a miracle romance in your mouth?
For those combini runs where you want something healthier than melon bread and Asahi Super Dry.
Loose socks, sticker pictures, and more ‘90s must-haves featured in throwback series that co-stars My Melody and Kuromi
COCOA is coming to a close in the latest relaxation of coronavirus countermeasures in Japan.
Number of children Japanese women want also drops to lowest ever in latest iteration of government study.
Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary wants foreigners to be able to visit Japan this fall and winter.




















Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Why you shouldn’t call this food “Hiroshimayaki” if you’re talking to people from Hiroshima
All-you-can-ride Shinkansen deal coming to Japan for a limited time
How to cook miso soup (the right way) in a few simple steps【RocketKitchen】
Japan’s last two pandas leaving for China next month, Ueno Zoo announces final day for twins
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
How to cook miso soup (the right way) in a few simple steps【RocketKitchen】
Japan’s last two pandas leaving for China next month, Ueno Zoo announces final day for twins
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
7-Eleven now has make-it-yourself smoothies in Japan, and they’re amazing
Japan super budget dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at 7-Eleven?
Starbucks Japan releases cute new zodiac goods for Year of the Rabbit
Sanrio brings some smiles to Evangelion with new collaboration merch line【Photos】
Photos of Complete Strangers: Japan’s new strange, and strangely compelling, capsule toys【Pics】
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Old postcards reveal famous Japanese tourist spots as they appeared 100 years ago
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???