After leaving Tokyo, the original life-size Gundam is establishing a new base in another major Japanese city.
cool (Page 113)
Cafe offers a beautiful way to start your day.
See what lies underneath with this sheer cosplay costume born from a busty manga sketch.
Each blade is made by a craftsman from Seki using centuries-old traditional swordsmithing techniques.
Makeover turns our reporter into Lady Oscar, heroine of The Rose of Versailles and the all-female Takarazuka theater troupe.
Japanese shoe company ASICS brings the theatrical flair with their commemorative 2020 Tokyo Marathon line.
No boring charts or dull text for video gaming’s most playful AAA publisher.
From towering skyscrapers through to the world’s busiest station, this sprawling Tokyo ward took years to recreate in miniature.
Management promises “comfortable hospitality for both domestic and international travelers.”
Get a stamp of approval with your own Japanese personal seal complete with your Japanese kanji name.
Having a lightsaber duel at the SoraNews24 office ended up being a ton of fun AND a ton of work.
From The Chronicles of Narnia to Anne of Green Gables, Japanese children’s book publisher’s artwork shines.
Fashion mogul’s stylish plane, with a Japanese washlet toilet and karaoke machine, could be yours…if you’re also super rich.

















7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Japan’s ministry of economy reminds us to “use sound judgment” before buying toilet paper
Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
We predict 7-Eleven’s new Zero Cider Triple drink is gonna be the hit drink of 2022【Taste Test】
Expo 2025 mascot Myaku-Myaku to release tastefully erotic photo book
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
We predict 7-Eleven’s new Zero Cider Triple drink is gonna be the hit drink of 2022【Taste Test】
Expo 2025 mascot Myaku-Myaku to release tastefully erotic photo book
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Our reporter tries nuikatsu for the first time, but is he too old for this otaku lifestyle hobby?
Tokyo dressmaker crafts gorgeous wedding gowns from old kimono fabric 【Photos】
Japanese man drives truck that’s on fire directly to fire station, drops flaming potatoes[Videos]
W.T.F. Japan: Top 5 kanji with ironic meanings【Weird Top Five】
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
Five different ways to say “children” in Japanese
Master sushi chef effortlessly slices and dices vegetables while blindfolded【Video】
Imperial Hotel Tokyo offers crustless bread…in the sense that it never had crust to begin with