The name of the restaurant is Coffee Mafia, but it’s the poster for 100-yen beer that has our attention.
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Can faith, trust, and a little bit of pixie dust rekindle P.K Sanjun’s love of Disney? Here’s his experience of the 35th anniversary festivities.
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These rice balls are meant to be cooked easily and to last for a long time…but do they sacrifice flavor for function?
When this senior citizen saw someone drop their wallet in a crowded station, he used the power of teamwork to return it.
Because the only thing better than seeing 1,500-plus Pikachus is seeing a squad of Eevees at the same time.
Our reporter heads to the discount store in hopes of glamming up his forehead, and shares the whole process in glorious GIF form.
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People aren’t getting bit by the aggravating insects in Japan this summer, those some might say the reason why is something even worse.
Going slightly loco-motive in the stunning scenery of Japan’s southern Kyushu island, with bubbles!
Turns out even physical media benefits from a free trial, one of Japan’s largest manga publishers learns.
The Hollywood movie stars dish the dirt on their relationship and reveal why Chris has a thing for Japanese TV presenter Koji Kato.
Exclusive merchandise celebrates 40 years of zany antics from Lum, the most beloved character of legendary manga/anime creator Rumiko Takahashi.
Will this flame of hope light the way for those still recovering from the Tohoku earthquake?
Looking for a quick, take-out vegan meal option in Japan? Here’s a new twist on a Japanese bakery favorite.




















Second-generation sumo burger coming to Burger King Japan with return of Baby Body Burger
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Final Fantasy VII’s Sephiroth finds happiness in a canned cocktail[Video]
This Mother’s Day, why not give the gift of a single, really expensive, never-picked mango?
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Sanrio amusement park in Tokyo to host Psycho Game horror event this summer[Video]
“They will bounce” promises Final Fantasy director as Tifa joins fighting game cast
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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
Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
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
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Sanrio amusement park in Tokyo to host Psycho Game horror event this summer[Video]
“They will bounce” promises Final Fantasy director as Tifa joins fighting game cast
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Jamiroquai doll from Japan lets you control your own Virtual Insanity 【Video】
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Getting a driver’s license in Japan the hard way: The first driving test a few more times
Visit to a Japanese fish market has us trying tuna eggs for the first time【SoraKitchen】
Internet declares Yoko Ono’s Glastonbury festival set “the worst live performance ever” 【Video】
Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
Japanese Internet confused and intrigued by sudden influx of “choking Sasuke memes”
Starbucks teams up with the oldest of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns to create a Bizen ware coffee mug
How to use Japanese convenience store Lawson’s self-checkout terminals