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Inside a phone booth, a table, and in the shape of an old Japanese lantern, these fish tanks are some of the most unusual we’ve seen.
Customised lingerie service offers a range of options which are a perfect match for some of the anime world’s most popular characters.
One of these puppies isn’t interested in fitting in, and Japan is more than OK with that.
February is a hard month to face, so why not put on a mask and greet it looking like something else?
The helpful pooch in this commercial from Thailand proves that dogs really are man’s best friend.
Japan has a custom of shouting “Out with the demons!” in early February, but all we can say is “Awwwwwww!”
Hey guys, how’s it hanging? This cutesome twosome can’t get enough of their new kitty hammock!
The 40 anthropomorphized parts of the Prius hybrid are back in a virtual idol-backed video with a unique method of writing lyrics.
Cats are continuing on their quest to rule the world, and this time they aim to stop traffic with their cuteness.
Commuter train with special heart-motif straps and box seats starts service in time for Valentine’s Day.
Fancy a purr-fect replica of your very own feline friend? This Japanese needle-felting artist recreates kitties in stunning, realistic detail to order.
We certainly hope you enjoy looking at rows and rows of cute things, because that’s exactly what we have in store for you here!
Cats are melting hearts around the country by wrapping tails around their legs, necks and heads to fight the winter chill.


















Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Animal Crossing plushie pouch towels and cozy socks show up at Family Mart convenience stores
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
New Japanese-made Godzilla movie announced, looks to be first direct sequel since 1999
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
New Japanese-made Godzilla movie announced, looks to be first direct sequel since 1999
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Saitama police continue to piece together man’s naked rampage spanning three cities
Hunter x Hunter teams up with accessory brand Samantha Vega for colorful character collections
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Getting a driver’s license in Japan the hard way: The first driving test again