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Japan’s favorite donut chain rolls out Mocchurin donuts to celebrate its 55th anniversary.
We sample the local specialty bread (or something like it?) that Shiga is famous for (and at least don’t pan-ic in the process).
Senior regular customer’s shopping trip was very different, and much more expensive, than his usual ones.
Limited-edition exclusive serves up newly developed rice patties for the sport, with the help of a Kyoto specialist.
Find out if mixing natto 50, 100, 500 or 1,000 times makes it taste less or more like smelly socks.
Here’s our parent-to-parent advice for anyone visiting the Expo with small children in tow.




















Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Grated white radish cat spices up traditional Japanese home cooking
Fukushima Corporation unveils new mascot with an unfortunate (but hilarious) name
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Cherry blossom mochi lattes arrive at Japan’s Pronto cafe chain to start sakura sweets season
5 cultural tips for taking photos in Japan
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Big, drunk and furry—Everything you need to know about tanuki (plus a song about their balls!)
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
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
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Sakura Totoro is here to get spring started early with adorable pouches and plushies
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
Cherry blossom mochi lattes arrive at Japan’s Pronto cafe chain to start sakura sweets season
5 cultural tips for taking photos in Japan
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Big, drunk and furry—Everything you need to know about tanuki (plus a song about their balls!)
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
New unlimited-ride JR Japan rail pass is perfect for a laid-back trip in east and northeast Japan
Go shopping with our Japanese reporter as he experiences Costco in the U.S. for the first time
Stay home in style with Kyoto-easy hakama-inspired roomwear for men, women, and kids【Photos】
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu