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Eleven enticing orders for budget-conscious diners at one of Japan’s top coffee shop chains.
From arranged marriages to dating apps, relationships in Japan have gone through a big transformation over the last 100 years.
Suntory more than triples the alcohol content of its Horoyoi for newest member of product line.
Price to climb Mt Fuji doubles from Yamanashi side, Shizuoka side to charge tolls for first time.
Japan has many shrines linked to prosperity, but these five are considered some of the best for boosting financial luck.
Study finds locals avoiding famous temples and other spots booming with overseas tourists, heading elsewhere instead.
A rare onsen that uses 100-percent natural hot spring water pumped directly from the source.
The Haruzora “Spring Sky” Frappuccino changes colour and flavour but we find out if it changes our taste buds.




















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]
Hello Kitty is now a transforming truck robot[Photos]
Japanese film studio Toei announces first three video games from newly created Toei Games
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Yogurt-flavored water?!? We try Suntory’s new beverage straight, mix it with booze 【Taste test】
Low-quality laughing stock of current anime season sends hidden cry for help in closing credits
We try all-you-can-eat raw eggs for 730 yen, turns out to be way better than it sounds
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
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
“Disaster”: 2018 Kanji of the Year unveiled by Buddhist monk at Kiyomizudera temple in Kyoto
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
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
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Yogurt-flavored water?!? We try Suntory’s new beverage straight, mix it with booze 【Taste test】
Low-quality laughing stock of current anime season sends hidden cry for help in closing credits
We try all-you-can-eat raw eggs for 730 yen, turns out to be way better than it sounds
Japanese sweets souvenirs don’t get more beautiful than this
Japanese monaka ice cream looks very different in Hokkaido
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Kumiko: The exquisitely delicate side of traditional Japanese woodwork
Soirée is a classy hidden gem of a cafe in Kyoto
Pokémon Happy Meal toys appear at McDonald’s in Japan
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Mom gets BIG surprise with help from Nissan 【Video】