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Ironically, this really doesn’t seem like the best way for civic leaders to be using their time.
We delight in some unusual octo-offerings at this Osaka-based takoyaki shop right smack in the middle of our own neighborhood.
One Piece Card Game Happy Meals hadn’t even been formally announced yet, were supposed to debut in less than 10 days.
There are several things in that concept that might not seem like they should go together, but we can’t so no to a dessert this unique.
We’d love the Cooling Matcha Mousse Tea at any time of year, but debuting in the middle of an intense heat wave makes it all the more satisfying.
We also timed how quickly we could finish the hiyashi niku soba at this popular stamina pork rice bowl chain.
Japan’s biggest doujinshi convention’s cosplay models were looking especially summery this year.
Otaku from across the nation pack the halls of Tokyo Big Sight for Japan’s biggest independent manga/anime art festival.
Chilling terror mixes with warm nostalgia as the Hiesan Haunted House rises from its figurative grave.
The only thing better than a nationwide ice cream tour is doing it without leaving the city.
Gransta Tokyo have selected the best travel lunches for your next long train ride.
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This convenience store trend takes an already popular drink to new heights of deliciousness.
Believe it or not, there’s a very logical reason that one of Japan’s most famous car companies has gotten into the curry game.
Slytherin star slithers into Harajuku, makes amends with Buckbeak as a Japanese superfan talks about how Draco changed his life.




















Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
Lawson’s ‘TanChiki’ – We try Japan’s new health-conscious convenience store fried chicken
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Sanrio amusement park in Tokyo to host Psycho Game horror event this summer[Video]
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Sega apologizes after exec says Puyo Puyo players eat beef bowls with cheese
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
“Disaster”: 2018 Kanji of the Year unveiled by Buddhist monk at Kiyomizudera temple in Kyoto
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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
Sanrio amusement park in Tokyo to host Psycho Game horror event this summer[Video]
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Sega apologizes after exec says Puyo Puyo players eat beef bowls with cheese
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
Make a Burger King Whopper at home with new CooKING Burger @Home delivery set
Japanese burger chain releases epic tofu burgers, designed by customers
Step into Japanese culture with Converse’s new Japan-exclusive shoes featuring gods, sushi style
13 surprising Japanese translations of American movie titles
Burger King’s new sumo burger thuds into Japan…but is it worth the hype?