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If you’ve ever wondered what fancy dishes with instant noodles would look like, look no further than the Keio Plaza Hotel!
Join us for a Japanese-style pub meal at our place, complete with hot sake and snacks that are super easy to make!
The oldest shika senbei maker in the city gives us an inside look and a fresh-cooked taste.
Unusual station’s unique name also makes it a destination for those seeking good luck, but things might feel different in the near future.
Historic building used to be a brothel, now its ornate interiors are in danger of fading away.
Golgo 13 has been killing people for over 50 years, and the series’ longevity is due in part to its artist’s rice-farmer mentality.
Though maybe that shouldn’t have been such a surprise with this particular underground idol unit.
The list includes some traditional favorites, but the number-one wish is for something very timely.




















Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Is this Japan’s most extreme cherry blossom viewing? Leap, cycle and climb through 2,500 sakura
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Creator of Rurouni Kenshin anime/manga admits to possession of child pornography
Tokyo Space-out tournament draws nearly 100 competitors, finds who’s the best at doing nothing【Video】
All-you-can-eat Häagen Dazs among 200 other frozen foods at Osaka’s Chin! Suru Restaurant【Pics】
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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
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
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Creator of Rurouni Kenshin anime/manga admits to possession of child pornography
Tokyo Space-out tournament draws nearly 100 competitors, finds who’s the best at doing nothing【Video】
All-you-can-eat Häagen Dazs among 200 other frozen foods at Osaka’s Chin! Suru Restaurant【Pics】
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
We tried eating a raw “mizu nasu” eggplant, and it tastes like a weird fruit【Taste Test】
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
20 things to buy at the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store
Do Milk and Ramen Make a Good Combination? There’s a Ramen Shop in Tokyo That Lets You Find Out!
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Butter on sushi? We’d heard it was great, but we wouldn’t believe it without trying it ourselves
Studio Ghibli unveils My Neighbour Totoro miniature house model