coronavirus (Page 22)
Despite not being on lockdown, why has Japan been able to keep coronavirus infection and fatality numbers so low?
Life has stayed remarkably normal in Japan’s capital during the coronavirus outbreak, but that could be changing soon.
Canadian Olympic and Paralympic teams won’t be heading to Japan this summer, and one other nation is already following suit.
Questions about complacency are being raised as people gather at popular sakura spots in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
This bonus comes with a special set of conditions: you must prove you used up the entire amount by April 30, or it’s null and void.
The heroes of One Piece, Dragon Ball, Naruto, and more are all here to keep you company as you keep yourself safe from the coronavirus.
Sounds like they were soft on cybersecurity, but seriously, folks…
X Japan frontman appears to fight back tears as he talks with a Nobel Laureate about the pandemic.
If your Japan travel plans fell through due to coronavirus, or you’re here but stuck inside, these gorgeous videos are the next best hanami option.
Director of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding recommends putting down the analog sticks in order to do something else as you hunker down at home.
Totoro misses you too, but at least he’s letting us know when we can start buying tickets again.
Why ride a packed train to the office when you can work in luxurious seclusion while dining on sukiyaki?
A magical way to watch the flowers bloom while socially distancing yourself from others indoors.
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Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
61-year-old Japanese fisherman falls off boat and defies odds to swim to safety
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
McDonald’s Japan now has Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks on the menu
Ariana Grande is learning hiragana and Japan can’t stop talking about it
Sanrio’s best-loved butthole defies physics in adorable sumo collaboration[Photos]
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Yoshinoya invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
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Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature- Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
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McDonald’s Japan now has Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks on the menu
Ariana Grande is learning hiragana and Japan can’t stop talking about it
Sanrio’s best-loved butthole defies physics in adorable sumo collaboration[Photos]
These 7-Elevens are gettin’ fancy! We try their pate and terrine【Taste Test】
Yoshinoya invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
World’s first permanent Godzilla theme park ride opening at Tokyo-area amusement park
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 1)
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Road trip! All-you-can-eat tempura for just 700 yen in Kumamoto Prefecture
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
How do young Japanese women spend their hard-earned money to treat themselves?
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Adorable Totoro lamp is here to make us ooh, aah, and learn what honnori means【Photos】
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