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From reusable titanium straws to a marker pen that opens boxes, this list is a fantastic source of Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones.
Popular voice actresses lend their talents to create an aural fantasy otaku can enjoy every day.
This makeshift faucet made with just a plastic bottle is simple but can be a lifesaver in times of need.
Easing of uniform rules is a welcome change for heroic rescuers who put their lives on the line.
No more suffering through those long and boring meetings…until someone recognizes what you’re holding.
The latest snaps of Tony Jaa and Milla Jovovich in their Monster Hunter guises have drawn a mixed set of reactions from the Japanese net.
Ever wanted to bathe in the Milky Way? These new bath salts will have you smelling like stardust in no time!
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Ever find yourself getting drowsy in public? Zap yourself back into productivity with this handy gadget.
A gorgeous take on the character that’s worlds apart from the Disney version, and can be read in English or Japanese.
Taking control of your hair color is nothing for a magical girl to get embarrassed about, after all.
Designers’ hard work lets you feel better than ever before while doing absolutely nothing.
Piranha Plant slippers? Mushroom-shaped silicone molding trays? Shut up and take our money!
It’s nice that it can make omelets by itself, but it’s certainly not a threat to human existence.
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Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Orange Juice Crisis ’24 – Japan’s OJ supplies drying up
One of Japan’s oldest castles now lets travelers spend night on the grounds, drink in its keep
Ancient temple with National Treasures is a hidden gem on the Nara Yamato Four-Temple Pilgrimage
Studio Ghibli unveils massive T-shirt collection featuring top anime movie characters
Red light district sushi restaurant in Tokyo shows us just how wrong we were about it
Enjoy a Pokémon tea ceremony with new matcha goods featuring Poltchageist and Sinistcha
Icon’s Mac & Cheese Burger contender for best burger in Tokyo【Taste test】
All-you-can-drink deal for US$4 in Shinjuku is one of the best finds in Tokyo
Starbucks at Shibuya Scramble Crossing reopens, but is it really bigger and better than before?
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Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
McDonald’s Japan’s new pancake pie is a taste sensation
Japanese city loses residents’ personal data, which was on paper being transported on a windy day- One of Japan’s oldest castles now lets travelers spend night on the grounds, drink in its keep
Two things to do, and two things not to do, when leaving a traditional Japanese inn
Ghibli Park now selling “Grilled Frogs” from food cart in Valley of Witches- Red light district sushi restaurant in Tokyo shows us just how wrong we were about it
- Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
- Studio Ghibli unveils massive T-shirt collection featuring top anime movie characters
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McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods- Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
New definition of “Japanese whiskey” goes into effect to prevent fakes from fooling overseas buyers
Our Japanese reporter visits Costco in the U.S., finds super American and very Japanese things
Japanese ramen restaurants under pressure from new yen banknotes
All-you-can-drink Starbucks and amazing views part of Tokyo’s new 170 meter-high sky lounge
More foreign tourists than ever before in history visited Japan last month
New Pokémon cakes let you eat your way through Pikachu and all the Eevee evolutions
Disney princesses get official manga makeovers for Manga Princess Cafe opening in Tokyo- Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
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- McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Sales of Japan’s most convenient train ticket/shopping payment cards suspended indefinitely
Sold-out Studio Ghibli desktop humidifiers are back so Totoro can help you through the dry season
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s- Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Ghibli founders Toshio Suzuki and Hayao Miyazaki contribute to Japanese whisky Totoro label design
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
We asked a Uniqlo employee what four things we should buy and their suggestions didn’t disappoint
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Red light district sushi restaurant in Tokyo shows us just how wrong we were about it
Enjoy a Pokémon tea ceremony with new matcha goods featuring Poltchageist and Sinistcha
Icon’s Mac & Cheese Burger contender for best burger in Tokyo【Taste test】
All-you-can-drink deal for US$4 in Shinjuku is one of the best finds in Tokyo
Starbucks at Shibuya Scramble Crossing reopens, but is it really bigger and better than before?
Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
Cappuccino Ramen becomes super popular in Japan, but is it worth the hype?
Randomly running into a great sushi lunch like this is one of the best things about eating in Tokyo
Japan’s kimono-style bra and panties bring traditional motif to modern lingerie design【Photos】
The Ultimate Battle for Ham Sandwich Supremacy – we rank Japan’s convenience store sandwiches
Resol Poshtel: Cheap capsule hotel in Tokyo is a hit with overseas visitors, and we find out why
Japanese TV show about draining ponds becomes surprise hit with viewers
Japan’s bone-breaking and record-breaking roller coaster is permanently shutting down
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