Seiji’s greatest fear: Having his girlfriend’s mom ask “What do you do for a living?” when the answer is “I work for SoraNews24.”
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The Texas and Idaho burgers and McMuffins have hit branches across Japan, and we send our man on the ground to tear into them.
Linguistics professor explains the centuries-old background of the omnipresent anime and manga verbal tic.
After Sailor Neptune touched their hearts, these anime fans pooled their powers to give a touching present to the voice of the iconic character.
Want to try Japan’s most famous hot pot, but don’t want to drop big bucks for it? Yoshinoya, plus one other amazing budget-friendly restaurant, are here to help.
The prolific voice actress dishes on her experiences dubbing the Japanese-language version of Venom and in the anime voice acting industry.
We gave our hungriest/thirstiest reporters a stack of cash for all the wine, prosciutto, and steak they wanted, but did they hit the six-figure mark?
Our resident scam investigator turns criminal to see how much information he can steal from a stranger’s smart phone.
Whether you’re going completely old school or just want a touch of swordsman chic, Japanese fashion label Trove has you covered.
The audience is asked to refrain from talking during the movie, but purring is totally OK.
Their location is also pretty inconvenient, so is their leek and meat soba worth calling in sick for?
An important reminder to always heed the old advice, “When you want to tell her how you really feel, don’t, for the love of God, tell her with poo.”




















Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
What are the worst things about living in the Japanese countryside?[Survey]
Nagasaki high school students collab with sweets veteran to release carrot nama dorayaki
Final Fantasy VII’s Sephiroth finds happiness in a canned cocktail[Video]
Finnish design brand Iittala partners with Pokémon for a golden first collaborative tableware set
This Mother’s Day, why not give the gift of a single, really expensive, never-picked mango?
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
Second-generation sumo burger coming to Burger King Japan with return of Baby Body Burger
Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
Studio Ghibli adds new anime character puppet socks to its merchandise store in Japan
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
This Mother’s Day, why not give the gift of a single, really expensive, never-picked mango?
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
Second-generation sumo burger coming to Burger King Japan with return of Baby Body Burger
Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
Studio Ghibli adds new anime character puppet socks to its merchandise store in Japan
Studio Ghibli unveils My Neighbour Totoro miniature house model
Convenience store onigiri rice balls become even more expensive…but are they worth it?
The train station that stayed open for a single school girl finally closes down
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Studio Ghibli meals from the world of Japanese anime look absolutely delicious in real-life【Pics】
Daiso has giant new branch in middle of Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood (and another beneath it)
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Cheap vs. expensive — Is a premium-priced tempura bento really worth it?【Taste test】