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Gasoline-accelerated mass homicide has policy makers reevaluating current safety regulations.
Pokémon’s actual creators take a moment to remind us that it’s not Nintendo who’s crafting Pikachu and his pals’ video game adventures.
Ordinarily “self-reliant” company wants to accept the kindness of others following tragic attack that has left 34 dead.
Rooftop was accessible, and the company had even received a certificate of commendation from the city of Kyoto for excellent fire safety.
Anime executive wants to clear wreckage as soon as possible for the sake of people living in the neighborhood.
Fans across Japan voted in the Anime Grand Prix 2019 to vindicate their very favorite voice actors. Let’s see who they picked!
Yes, you can get beef bowls, but there’re also desserts, unlimited coffee refills, and everything mobile workers and students need.
Centuries of samurai history are on display, and we’ll teach you what to look for in appreciating the beauty of a Japanese sword.




















Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
Japanese park encourages kids to play with saws, light bonfires for learning experiences
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
How to dress for summer in Japan: Tips from a rickshaw driver in Asakusa
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Starbucks Japan releases the new Soupuccino, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
The three ways to say “love” in Japanese, and when to use them
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
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
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
How to dress for summer in Japan: Tips from a rickshaw driver in Asakusa
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Starbucks Japan releases the new Soupuccino, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
The three ways to say “love” in Japanese, and when to use them
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
Exclusive Super Mario Yoshi figure to be given away at Dodgers Stadium [Video]
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Plant extract that may grow hair discovered by Japan’s Rohto Pharmaceutical
Sakuramochi festival sweetens things up at Tokyo’s Seibu Ikebukuro this season
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s new canned chu-hai with fresh lemon slice: disappointing gimmick or drink revelation?