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Japan’s first permanent cinema in an airport is called the Family Mart Lovers Theatre…but why?
The Minato Mirai neighborhood is looking extra futuristic with Eva light-up and fireworks.
From ghostly processions to playful monsters, this exhibition shows off the charm of Japan’s folklore with modern visual technology.
We get on rental bikes in the heart of Japan’s biggest city and ride until we run out of daylight.
Billed as “the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat”, this new release is more than a drink – it’s an exclusive experience.
Creators team up with Street Fighter franchise, say speedy energy delivery is great for gamers and students.




















Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Room 404: What happened when we stayed in an unlucky hotel room in Japan
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Tokyo’s best ramen breakfast? Restaurant two minutes from Tokyo Station is a strong contender
Five tips for hosting a college-age Japanese student in your country
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Room 404: What happened when we stayed in an unlucky hotel room in Japan
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Tokyo’s best ramen breakfast? Restaurant two minutes from Tokyo Station is a strong contender
Five tips for hosting a college-age Japanese student in your country
We predict 7-Eleven’s new Zero Cider Triple drink is gonna be the hit drink of 2022【Taste Test】
How to make a “curry rice bowl” using instant oatmeal instead of rice 【SoraKitchen】
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Sailor Moon Sanrio partnership adds pairings for Sailor Starlights in new crossover merch line【Pics】
Tokyo train stations get new Olympic melodies and signage for the Games
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
10 Japanese expressions that sound delightfully strange and funny when translated
Takoyaki store in Osaka becomes a hot topic on Reddit, but is it any good?
How to stop a chikan pervert from groping on a Japanese train