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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.
Do you miss the amazing box art of anime VHS tapes, laser discs, and DVDs? Here’s a way to get it back while expanding your wardrobe.



















Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Krispy Kreme Japan giving free donuts with morning drink purchases at all branches, maybe forever
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
Japanese manhole lid raises eyebrows with fertility god symbol that looks like… well, you know
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
How to take your home ramen to the next level by making your own chashu pork in a frying pan
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
Japanese manhole lid raises eyebrows with fertility god symbol that looks like… well, you know
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
How to take your home ramen to the next level by making your own chashu pork in a frying pan
Who is this mysterious large man who’s suddenly showing up on giant signs in Japan?
Unexpectedly cute stowaway on JR train causes delays, smiles
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
The five best bento boxed lunches sold at train stations in east Japan
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
New 7-Eleven sandwich goes viral in Japan, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Japanese politician arrested on charges of accepting bribes to reduce number of monkeys in park
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices