Historic Edo-period buildings, modern art, and secret doors all feature in a unique adventure.
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Critics claim it’s an unfair advantage, but it’s one step closer to equality for Japan’s top women players in a male-dominated world.
Fans of Chiikawa and friends will delight in an opportunity to become immersed in the characters’ world.
Japan’s former capital experiences a historic first as inbound travel boom continues and Japanese travelers avoid staying in the city.
Dragon Quest Walk’s Kyoto strolls inspire collaboration with local confectioner that’s been in business for more than 300 years.
Activity kits turn tables into the Sinnoh Underground and adult Pokémon fans into happy little kids again.
Grab your umbrellas and get ready to see the silver/blue/purple/pink lining to Japan’s rainy season.
Crazy-big “Bam!” Hunk of Meat Curry returns to Japan’s favorite curry rice chain, price still rising
Ordinarily Japan can’t get enough Cocoichi, but some are saying enough is enough with the price hikes.
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Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Haunted hospital near Mt Fuji re-opens after renovation at Fuji-Q Highland, and it’s terrifying
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The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
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More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand- Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
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Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
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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
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
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Studio Ghibli holiday wreath adds a touch of Kiki cuteness and good fortune to your home【Photos】
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Star Wars and classic Japanese things aren’t done mashing yet! 【Photos】
All cars in Japan to have systems preventing accidents from gas/brake pedal mistakes by 2028
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
Exhibit featuring cutting-edge smell technology held at Tokyo Skytree
Totoro gamaguchi pouches will hold whatever you want them to, but already captured our heart
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
The delicious flavors of Smell, an old-school junkissa coffee shop in downtown Tokyo
Anime’s Tetsuwan Atom/Astro Boy shows up on a pedestrian walk signal in Japan
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