Our reporter’s bachelor days come to a close as he picks a meaningful day to tie the knot.
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There’s a beautiful reason why the kanji for cherry blossoms looks the way it does, and remembering it makes the character a snap to write.
These suits claim to not only hold up while traveling, but help you feel healthier during trips as well.
Anime-related companies/organizations across Japan and the world running their exhibitions, showing off displays, organizing sales, stages shows, and other events.
Experience a very different side to the city as part of the “Cherry Blossoms in the Morning” promotion.
Each dish will use the same exclusive green tea blend that the company uses for its delicious matcha ice cream.
Further proof that any argument will eventually have someone call the other person a Nazi.
Hiring managers sound off on different ‘dos, plus how much hair dyeing is acceptable for men or women.
Start the next chapter of your love life, real-world or otherwise, with a new hairdo from the Heartbreak Salon.
Pop into this Poplar store to buy convenience store snacks and quaff a craft beer in the same place!




















Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Hokkaido has an Ice Festival that’s less famous than the Snow one, but beautiful in its own way
New product aimed at Japanese women and cosplayers helps to create a slimmer, taller nose
Easy-to-use mochi-making kitchen gadget is here to help you create home-made Japanese sweets
Japanese thug wear from Birth Japan perfect for those breaking bad next year
Nestlé Japan releases new Kit Kat with chocolate cake centre
1,200 Japanese workers convert above-ground train to subway line in a matter of hours
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
16 Things I Learned From Dressing in Drag: Confessions of a One-night Crossdresser
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Japanese thug wear from Birth Japan perfect for those breaking bad next year
Nestlé Japan releases new Kit Kat with chocolate cake centre
1,200 Japanese workers convert above-ground train to subway line in a matter of hours
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
16 Things I Learned From Dressing in Drag: Confessions of a One-night Crossdresser
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
You can now get Poké Ball-shape diamonds for your rings in Japan【Photos】
Village Vanguard tries to tickle us pink with a Pink Lucky Bag
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Very limited sale of glasses that can halt or reverse nearsightedness begin in Japan
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
New summer kimono from Felissimo features cats playing with flowers