Roland also has a “must-have” hangover cure that can be yours for just a little over 100 bucks.
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The common opinion is that anime’s tales of male-on-male romance are written just for girls, but one study says otherwise.
Beer shortages could damage host cities reputation on international social media, organizers worry.
Father of anime’s real robot genre expresses desire to destroy/deep appreciation for Studio Ghibli directors Miyazaki and Takahata.
Just how far can plant-based meat go in terms of taste and texture? Our Japanese-language reporter tests it out in Tokyo.
Luxury ice cream maker treats diners in Japan to a green experience that stimulates all five senses.
Chart breaks down how often consent is given in manga from different publishers.
Spokesmen say this week’s ceremony, and another scheduled for October, violate the principal of separation of church and state.
Do you have a part-time job at a cafe but are somehow also rich? Then you just might be the perfect guy.
With the imperial Heisei era over and the Reiwa period just beginning, this is the phrase to use.
Emperor Naruhito looks back on emperors of the past before turning his eyes to the nation’s future.



















Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
How to make fancy matcha sake chocolates with just 15 minutes of real work【Recipe】
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Keep Gengar close to your heart with new black-coated Pokémon jewelry from U-Treasure
Eating “adults-only” potato chips sends over a dozen Tokyo high schoolers to the hospital
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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
How to make fancy matcha sake chocolates with just 15 minutes of real work【Recipe】
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Keep Gengar close to your heart with new black-coated Pokémon jewelry from U-Treasure
Eating “adults-only” potato chips sends over a dozen Tokyo high schoolers to the hospital
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】
Live-action Evangelion stage play and Eva-themed hotel rooms are coming to Tokyo
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
We deeply regret spending five hours on this artistic Japanese island (we should have spent more)
All your ordinary moments through a sweet retro gaming lens【Animated GIFs】