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One of Japan’s oldest breweries carries on the craft as UNESCO registers Japanese sake brewing as Intangible Cultural Heritage this month.
There’s a little silver lining to Himeji Castle’s new tiered ticket prices, but if you’re not a local, it’s probably going to cost you a whole lot more.
A once-in-a-lifetime experience at the birthplace of Japanese mythology.
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Early-morning and late-night events are aimed at visitors with an interest in high places and rich culture who also have deep pockets.
Unique visitor’s record tells the story of a ramen dish that remains unchanged for decades.
Blessed Wearable Blankets all receive prayers that wearers will pass their entrance exams.
Historical tea houses, throwing stars, retro cafes, and Kanazawa’s special curry, all without any need to book a hotel.
Dramatic coastline has a dramatic reason for sharing its name with a priest from the Heian period.
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology discusses project with Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno.
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TikTok releases its Year in Music 2025 – Japan’s Top 10 Songs ranking
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Poll finds support to let women inherit imperial throne as Japan faces possible succession crisis
Let’s visit a German castle… in Okinawa!
We test Daiso’s new storage container to see if it keeps rice fluffy even after freezing
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Sega apologizes after exec says Puyo Puyo players eat beef bowls with cheese
Uniqlo brings cultural cuteness to Edo animals T-shirt line with Japanese history’s greatest artists
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Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort- Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Studio Ghibli mixes with sporty street styles of New Era to put No Face on your head in cap series
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】- Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto- Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
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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
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
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7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Sega apologizes after exec says Puyo Puyo players eat beef bowls with cheese
Uniqlo brings cultural cuteness to Edo animals T-shirt line with Japanese history’s greatest artists
Studio Ghibli releases My Neighbour Totoro neckties in Japan
For-foreigners stamp rally begins in Akihabara, gives prizes for walking the otaku neighborhood
Is the new Shinkansen Train Desk ticket worth it?
We try Tapioca Beer, the drink that everyone’s raving about in Japan right now
Japanese woman sues man for 1.5 million yen for violating her “right to chastity”
This open-air museum in Hokkaido is a must-visit for fans of history and one popular manga series
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
Family Mart releases new rice balls with Bongo, Japan’s most famous onigiri restaurant
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