A cool, unique, and easy-to-pack gift for fans of Japanese pop culture (including yourself).
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Mr. Sato tries tostadas for the first time and falls in love with the tacos at Tortilla Club Tortilleria.
Solo dad and his “devil twos” daughter take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto – is this a recipe for disaster?
A budget stay in the centre of town that’s like visiting grandma’s house in the countryside.
The Ichirandon is causing a stir amongst fans, but it’s a secret dish that isn’t listed on the menu.
A new product on the market contains concentrate to make two of Japan’s most popular popsicles at home.
The Japanese constitution requires couples to share a family name if they get married, but only one age group in survey comes close to agreeing with it.
Murouji has a fascinating history, with stunning sights that’ll linger in your heart long after you visit.
Enjoy an adult drink bar on the cheap, where you pour the drinks how and when you want them.




















What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Shibuya’s Hachiko Family public art installation will be permanently removed, not relocated
Is 7-Eleven’s new anko butter burrito un-bean-lievably bad, or burrito bliss?
Look cool at the pool with these new waterproof over-knee socks
Underwater Knee High Girls appear in new exhibition celebrating soft thighs and kaiju monsters
New 800-yen bill artist concept brings Shiba Inu to canvas of Japanese currency
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
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 now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
Shibuya’s Hachiko Family public art installation will be permanently removed, not relocated
Is 7-Eleven’s new anko butter burrito un-bean-lievably bad, or burrito bliss?
Look cool at the pool with these new waterproof over-knee socks
Underwater Knee High Girls appear in new exhibition celebrating soft thighs and kaiju monsters
New 800-yen bill artist concept brings Shiba Inu to canvas of Japanese currency
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Bros? Kart? Party? Japanese gamers pick their top 5 Mario series
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Tokyo’s Cardcaptor Sakura exhibition has giant Kero-chan, free cosplay, and English signage
25 different Japanese convenience store sandwiches – What’s inside them?【Photos】
New Hello Kitty and friends summer kimono are perfect for Sanrio-loving parents, kids, and sisters
Japanese airlines, including JAL and ANA, enacting new mobile battery carry-on rules this month
Visiting Tokyo’s newest unmanned Self Cafe in Shibuya
Time to get wet: Underwater photos of girls in sailor suits and… plastic exoskeletons?