Nothing’s more wholesome than these seven servings of Totoro and summertime produce goods.
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The operators of the billboard also spill the beans on what’s next for the hyper-realistic display.
Your love and care can help the droid learn over a dozen skills as he interacts with other Star Wars characters.
Maritozzos have captured Japan’s sweets-loving heart this summer, and this one looks like it could meow.
The Google Doodle for the Tokyo Olympics’ start offers retro fun, insight into Japanese culture, and a skateboarding tanuki.
New product comes with special features to recreate the friendly lamp character from the hit anime film.
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.




















Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Canned cuteness as Hello Kitty and friends kick off Can Chara capsule toy line【Photos】
Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Try some Alien Soup from Japan, now with more alien!
We went to a Japanese restaurant in Italy, ate green sushi, learned a lesson about taking it easy
Onigiri in Paris: Small lunch shop brings traditional Japanese rice balls to France
The Grind, the Tornado, and the Samurai – Video explains how to use Japanese toilet bidets【Video】
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Condom anime gets a dark, edgy sequel with Condom Battler Goro Revive!【Videos】
Adorable New “Pokemomo” Brand Goods Coming to Pokemon Center Stores Across Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Onigiri in Paris: Small lunch shop brings traditional Japanese rice balls to France
The Grind, the Tornado, and the Samurai – Video explains how to use Japanese toilet bidets【Video】
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Condom anime gets a dark, edgy sequel with Condom Battler Goro Revive!【Videos】
Adorable New “Pokemomo” Brand Goods Coming to Pokemon Center Stores Across Japan
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Is “The Most Annoying but Most Delicious” ramen from 7-Eleven truly the most delicious?
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Don’t forget that the best convenience store in northern Japan has branches farther south too
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Akutai Matsuri: Japan’s Verbal Abuse Festival, where insults and bad behaviour are encouraged