Dragon Ball and Fullmetal Alchemist veteran mixes real-world environment with amazing hand-drawn animation.
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Japan might be under a state of emergency, but the only emergency these customers are worried about is not catching limited-edition Pokémon fashion.
Once he was just a junior high kid who drew a Mega Man robot, but now he’s one of the most beloved comic artists in the world.
A forgotten piece of video game history is back in the spotlight, so is it time for Nintendo to produce a modern update?
Loading Circle Machine for Escape from Zoom is a communications solution for our weird new normal.
100 yen shop chain Daiso shares some priceless knowledge that we immediately put to the test.
When the opportunity to recreate a mouthwatering manga meal comes up, we’re not going to turn it down.
“I, the great Frieza, will smash the inferior life force known as coronavirus to smithereens!”
A few simple changes let you wear your love of Nintendo on your figurative sleeve and literal face.
The best thing you can get from a gacha machine? An instant reminder that the work you do has value.
Specially cultivated to bloom after they arrive at your home, these trees will provide sakura memories for years to come.
In quarantine, every hour is wine and dine. Make do with a new hobby before losing your sanity!
Nagashi somen-style dining at home for when your local restaurant and water park are closed.
Pocari shows they’re the kings of both sports hydration and sentimentality — and want other school kids to get singing, too.
” ‘Cause every little thing gonna be all right.”
Leaving extra space between yourself and other people is the safe, and in this case adorable, thing to do.
Pikachu, Eevee and Jigglypuff are just some of the loveable characters popping up in this new collection.
















Japanese Shinkansen welcomes overnight guests for one night during summer festival
Pokémon Card Stores requiring facial recognition scans for entry in Japan in latest anti-scalper move
Starbucks Japan unveils exclusive new Frappuccinos limited to three regional areas
A roadside hair salon stall in China made us Norway’s Haaland for US$1, and warmed out hearts too
McDonald’s Japan goes viral for Samurai Mac burger hack
Japanese government okays plan to create a backup capital city
Starbucks Japan brings back the Caramel Waffle, but is it as good as it used to be?
Pikachu and Ditto Pokémon desserts at Baskin-Robbins Japan look AND feel like their inspirations
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Kodama Shinkansen trains on popular Japan route get a whole new look this winter
Brand new Shinkansen bullet train unveiled in Japan… but it won’t carry passengers
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japanese government okays plan to create a backup capital city
Starbucks Japan brings back the Caramel Waffle, but is it as good as it used to be?
Pikachu and Ditto Pokémon desserts at Baskin-Robbins Japan look AND feel like their inspirations
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
61-year-old Kyoto man arrested for playing guitar and radio too loudly for seven years
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Japan’s expensive “phantom” melon is so exquisite it sells out in just 12 hours
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?