There’s never a bad time to take a look at the Crow Castle, but this winter is an especially good one.
COK (Page 199)
Change is part of first update to Guidelines for Official Writing Composition in 70 years.
Lawson, 7-Eleven and Family Mart go head-to-head in this konbini battle but there can only be one winner.
Kimonos and gangsta flair to celebrate freedom and individuality before conforming to Japanese society.
Studio Ghibli answers Spirited Away fan questions, reveals exciting facts and trivia behind the film
Anime studio shares new production secrets, including the real inspiration behind the bathhouse.
It sounded like stereotyping he’d heard before, but it turns out there was a twist ending.
When the snow starts falling, our boss’ stomach starts grumbling for this weird spin on a classic Japanese comfort food.
Twitter user asks for help searching for beloved Yorkshire terrier that went missing during walk in one of downtown Tokyo’s most popular parks.
Armed with long-sleeved shirts, a few clips, and Mr. Sato’s couture-minded cojones, we continue the SoraNews24 tradition of bold sartorial humor.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japan now has sleepable rental cars to help travelers save money by skipping a hotel
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Pokémon store character meet-and-greet events to resume in May
Mt. Fuji climbing reservation website is now open, and here’s how to reserve your spot
Top 100 manga of all time chosen by survey of 150,000 Japanese people
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Weekly
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain- Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Monthly
- Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list- Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Yearly
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Pokémon store character meet-and-greet events to resume in May
Mt. Fuji climbing reservation website is now open, and here’s how to reserve your spot
Top 100 manga of all time chosen by survey of 150,000 Japanese people
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Tokyo farewells Japan’s only double-decker Shinkansen with a special escalator at the station
Animal Crossing plushie pouch towels and cozy socks show up at Family Mart convenience stores
Kyoto becomes City of Yokai, with Night Parade of One Hundred Demons festival this autumn
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Yoshina invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
The one and only master of train station packing-tape calligraphy shares his story and inspiration
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki is still drawing…and walking in his Vans
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
-
