Head of state also picks up an amazing One Piece souvenir that any fan would treasure.
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Some of the world’s greatest athletes hang a left at the life-size anime robot in their race for Olympic gold.
Japan’s favorite 100 yen shop helps solve an otaku problem (two if you count leaving us with more cash to buy new figures).
The Google Doodle for the Tokyo Olympics’ start offers retro fun, insight into Japanese culture, and a skateboarding tanuki.
McDonald’s Japan celebrates its 50th birthday by recreating the scene on opening day at its first restaurant in Tokyo.
Domino’s Pizza Japan apologizes for freaking out Londoner with fish and chips pizza, offers free pie
These five flavors of cute and colorful Miwa somen are just in time to brighten up your summer.
KyoAni proves they’re still one of the best with these breathtaking beautiful commercials.



















The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Fukushima Corporation unveils new mascot with an unfortunate (but hilarious) name
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
We talk about everything except music with visual kei rock legends Fantastic Circus【Interview】
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
25 different Japanese convenience store sandwiches – What’s inside them?【Photos】
Low-quality laughing stock of current anime season sends hidden cry for help in closing credits
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Sakura Totoro is here to get spring started early with adorable pouches and plushies
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
25 different Japanese convenience store sandwiches – What’s inside them?【Photos】
Low-quality laughing stock of current anime season sends hidden cry for help in closing credits
Japan just had its first same-month foreign tourist decrease in four years
Slacker Appreciation Day — The secret, unofficial Japanese holiday we all want but don’t have:
Stay home in style with Kyoto-easy hakama-inspired roomwear for men, women, and kids【Photos】
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
Studio Ghibli now sells plush toys seen on Howl’s bed from Howl’s Moving Castle
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026