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Final limited-edition drink for cherry blossom season is giving traditional Japanese sweet vibes.
Soak in a high-quality bath while watching planes soar overhead, only steps away from the airport.
Maps and projected dates present a great opportunity for travelers looking to chase the cherry blossoms from one end of Japan to the other.
Details not many people know about reveal connections between the chain and traditional architecture.
Yoshinoya, Matsuya, and Sukiya battle it out with each other plus a dark horse contender as we go looking for the tastiest pork miso soup.
Plus, we tried crafting even crazier natto x mochi ice cream variations featuring kimchi, squid, and more.
Honorary Pokémon governor of Udon Prefecture has a treat that might be even tastier than his tail.
It’s a collaboration that seemed destined to happen, but will the real deal meet the high expectations–and high calories–of the popular manga?
New collection brings the cute to this Japanese convenience store chain for a limited time.




















Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japanese sweets souvenirs don’t get more beautiful than this
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Enjoy Kyoto (Part 2) — Take a tour of Sumiya, the only remaining ageya building in Japan
Japanese police attempting to clamp down on “zombie cigarettes”
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
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
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
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Enjoy Kyoto (Part 2) — Take a tour of Sumiya, the only remaining ageya building in Japan
Japanese police attempting to clamp down on “zombie cigarettes”
Hanton rice — a delicious regional food even most Japanese people don’t know about, but more should
A visit to the real-world Like a Dragon/Yakuza cabaret in Osaka【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji Hongan Temple opens a cafe, breakfast set has 16 side dishes!
What are the worst things about living in the Japanese countryside?[Survey]
Mr Sato makes a frightening purchase at an Akihabara vending machine
The poop ice cream to end all poop ice creams
Japan’s “edible tear gas ramen” lives up to its name【Taste test】
The mystery of the phantom “sake pass card” at Japanese alcohol vending machines