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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.
Combos including sweet beans & chili powder, chocolate and potato make Mr. Sato wonder if he’s just getting too old for this.
Who says you have to eat raw fish at a conveyor belt sushi restaurant? Sushiro has something for everyone to enjoy!
What makes for a good couple? Our Japanese-language writer muses on her own marriage to a French husband and its notable quirks.
If you don’t want to waste a huge amount of time in Japan’s cultural capital, here’s something you’ll want to avoid.
The brand-new Hotel Zen Tokyo broadens our consciousness of what’s possible in a micro hotel.
We catch up with No Face, Mari Natsuki, who voiced the character of Yubaba, and legendary producer Toshio Suzuki at the limited-time exhibition.
Two of Japan’s top manga publishers team up for a special collection of 44 different series in one huge book.
After spending his first few years living in the U.S., he’s spent the rest of his life answering the same questions over and over.
Tokyo Electric Power Company plans to use new visa rules to add foreign staff to its 2011 earthquake/tsunami cleanup efforts.




















Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
Here’s the best spot to take in a panoramic view at “the most beautiful Starbucks in the world”
Five things that keep Japanese people chained to their jobs
The lovely booth ladies of Tokyo Auto Salon 2018【Photos】
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
The tragedy of Mononofu, the functional two-and-a-half-story bipedal robot【Pics & Video】
You COULD eat a terrifying octopus egg in Japan, but SHOULD you? Let’s find out!【Taste test】
Kansai man arrested for defrauding his 35 girlfriends
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
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
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
The lovely booth ladies of Tokyo Auto Salon 2018【Photos】
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
The tragedy of Mononofu, the functional two-and-a-half-story bipedal robot【Pics & Video】
You COULD eat a terrifying octopus egg in Japan, but SHOULD you? Let’s find out!【Taste test】
Kansai man arrested for defrauding his 35 girlfriends
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Police in Japan warn of scam artists posing as cops to collect fines for breaking new bike rules
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Japanese minimalist retailer Muji launches new set of disaster preparedness kits
Five ways guys blow their chances at singles’ parties in Japan
Japanese government creates new word for cruelly hot summer days
Cats trapped in circles! Japanese blogger shows the best way to outsmart your kitty【Photos】