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cuckoo watch
The cuckoo clock has been around for over 100 years, and has been enjoyed by generation after generation. Maybe your grandparents had one, or perhaps you even had one in your own home.
But now, watch maker SeaHope and a Japanese toy company have paired up to bring this classic to a new generation in a more portable size with: the Cuckoo Watch!
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】
Kura Sushi has a new parade-delivered whole cake dessert, but what’s it like to eat?【Video】
Sailor Moon and J-pop mega-star Ayumi Hamasaki team up for collaboration, pre-defeat scalpers
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Makers of Dassai to brew sake in space and sell 100 milliliters for 100 million yen
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Police called out to investigate suspicious Santa in Wakayama
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Will our cosplay lucky bag purchase leave us feeling sew lucky or hemmed in?【Photos】
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glassesStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frostJapanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the animeShakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local tourists
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a wholeJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Studio Ghibli releases new range of cardigans for anime fans
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengersPossessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
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
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Makers of Dassai to brew sake in space and sell 100 milliliters for 100 million yen
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Police called out to investigate suspicious Santa in Wakayama
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
Will our cosplay lucky bag purchase leave us feeling sew lucky or hemmed in?【Photos】
Dean & DeLuca Japan is releasing its first-ever sakura dessert drink
The best Christmas Market in Japan? Yokohama event is top choice for travellers
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
Celebrating legal marriage days in Japan with budget-friendly photoshoots
How to get all-you-can eat doughnuts at Mister Donut for just 12 bucks!
Man arrested for spreading false Twitter rumors about five Japanese idol singers for revenge
Japanese mountain community’s first baby in 52 years celebrates first birthday