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Yes, but they can’t drink there…but not because it’s a rule. It’s just… Ahhh, just see for yourself.
A massive photo safari of the treasure trove of amazing stuff waiting at Nintendo’s brand-new Shibuya destination store!
We send Dragon Ball’s anime prince to listen to important businessmen talk about important business stuff.
Ema supporting ongoing Hong Kong protests have been crossed out, snapped into pieces, and written over in Chinese.
Inuyasha vs. Ranma vs. Lum vs…..a whole lot more of the most popular anime and manga stars from the past 40 years.
Both male and female Pikachus, plus six other Pokémon species, will stick to your walls and your heart.
Almost all drink makers caution against it, but one says it’s safe as long as you follow some special rules.
Mr. Sato takes us on a tour of Cyberspace Shibuya inside Parco ahead of its grand opening.
Mr. Sato attempts to eat this traditional Japanese sweet for the first time and realizes that it’s not for novices. Read More
Gift shop kimono are almost nothing like the real thing, but can Mr. Sato’s fashion aura transcend national boundaries?
Slurping is the norm in a Japanese noodle house, but is it OK to bite off your ramen if it’s more than you can chew?
Organizing Committee considers relaxing rules for the Games during Japan’s always hot and humid summer.



















7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Black Thunder chocolate-bar-shaped fishing lures coming next year
How to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto on the overnight bus and not lose your sanity
Ginza hotel serves up one of the best breakfasts in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Let’s learn a little Japanese with this dead squid in a parking lot
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Zombie pizza of hell rises in Japan, restaurant claims no responsibility if it grosses you out
Japanese convenience store chain has beer and sake dispensers that few people know about
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
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
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
We go on a quest to find the cheesiest sushi at Japanese conveyor belt sushi chains【Taste test】
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
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
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
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
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
Let’s learn a little Japanese with this dead squid in a parking lot
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Zombie pizza of hell rises in Japan, restaurant claims no responsibility if it grosses you out
Japanese convenience store chain has beer and sake dispensers that few people know about
Japanese town suing resident for being a jerk
TikTok releases its Year in Music 2025 – Japan’s Top 10 Songs ranking
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Tokyo’s craziest pasta: Our custom-made spaghetti with all the toppings we can get for 10,000 yen
Seijinshiki 2019: Best wild kimono outfits from Coming of Age Day celebrations in Kitakyushu
Tokyo zoo imposes one-minute time limit for viewing pandas, line still four hours long