Daiichiro Tashiro
Only available when a new branch opens, the contents are sure to please lovers of Japanese convenience stores!
Come with us as we preview the hotly anticipated new magical worlds before their grand opening.
Our Japanese-language reporter had his world turned upside down when his German wife commented on his childhood memories.
Our Japanese-language reporter laughed, danced and was moved to tears by the Disney-standard quality shown off in their new theme park lineup.
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Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Ghibli anime Uno and karuta card games a great way to have fun and maybe learn some Japanese【Pics】
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
LED gaming chopsticks are here for your mid-game munchies or whenever you eat in the dark
Japan’s Self-Defense Forces take “radio calisthenics” to an interesting new level
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Man arrested in rural Japan on charges of leaving obscene DVDs in stores as gifts for “healthy men”
Crazy big Japanese street food at Tokyo Station causes a stir with foreigners online
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Japanese movie theater chain’s popcorn earns highest Grand Prix quality certification
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
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
LED gaming chopsticks are here for your mid-game munchies or whenever you eat in the dark
Japan’s Self-Defense Forces take “radio calisthenics” to an interesting new level
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Man arrested in rural Japan on charges of leaving obscene DVDs in stores as gifts for “healthy men”
Crazy big Japanese street food at Tokyo Station causes a stir with foreigners online
Is this epic Japanese tofu burger better than a teriyaki burger?
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
The lovely booth ladies of Tokyo Auto Salon 2018【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases new My Neighbor Totoro Plate for 2026
Japan is in the grip of sticker fever and no one is safe, including us
Krispy Kreme Japan’s sakura donuts are almost here!
Flex and pose your way to fitness with the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure exercise program!【Video】
Sushi passed up by ramen in survey of foreign tourists’ favorite thing to eat in Japan, but why?