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Kyoto’s crazy expensive luxury chirimen nut clusters cost as much as a lunch, but are they worth it?
Once the hottest ice cream chain in the country, Cold Stone is now just one step away from completely disappearing from Japan.
Local tip-off takes us to a hanami cherry blossom viewing site that’s yet to be discovered by overseas tourists.
Case is Japan’s first arrest and conviction for selling Switch with unauthorized modifications.
Godiva Japan’s new Stone-ground Uji Matcha Chocolixir is a powered-up version of many things we love
“Matcha chocolate” is already enough to get us excited, but this drink’s ingredients even more special.
Kitty-chan lends her Sanrio star power to a part of Japan that often gets skipped by international travelers.
Suspicious package report follows two cases of handguns being brought in to nearby international airport.
Plus, a hojicha doughnut that comes with a special syrup so you can customise the flavour.




















The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
Not Your Grandmother’s Birthday Cake, Torte Bakery in Gunma Churns Out Some Amazing Anime Cakes
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Cute coffins now available at Tokyo’s coffin relaxation salon[Photos]
Sega’s been hiding a snarky message on its arcade bags for two years but no one noticed until now
Japanese bonsai trees made from paper stay beautiful without water or pruning
Tokyo travel hack: How to enjoy a free sightseeing boat tour around Tokyo Bay
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Sakura Totoro is here to get spring started early with adorable pouches and plushies
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
Cute coffins now available at Tokyo’s coffin relaxation salon[Photos]
Sega’s been hiding a snarky message on its arcade bags for two years but no one noticed until now
Japanese bonsai trees made from paper stay beautiful without water or pruning
Tokyo travel hack: How to enjoy a free sightseeing boat tour around Tokyo Bay
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Kyoto has a shrine that’s supposed to make you rich, so our reporter Mai tested its power
Japanese office worker finds stray “kittens,” vet says they’re dogs, they turn out to be neither
Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke teams up with Foxfire for outdoor apparel collaboration【Photos】
Japanese convenience store chain adds Neo Wagashi sweets to its lineup
Terrace House stars condemn cyberbullying after death of housemate Hana Kimura
Why Does Engrish Happen in Japan? Part 2: Please refrain from using the bathroom alone
How to make fancy matcha sake chocolates with just 15 minutes of real work【Recipe】
Manga materials website offers thousands of reference poses for budding artists to download
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?