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38 years ago today, the Famicom everyone knows and loves went on sale, but what about its often forgotten upgrade?
One of the weirdest, most compelling otome games to ever come out of Japan is flying the coop.
Studying is much more exciting when you can imagine yourself dating one of the textbook characters.
Anime characters are known for their big eyes, but this time it’s some tiny ones that are causing terror.
Coronavirus outbreak means many can’t leave their homes, so sexy visual novel developer is going to give them something to do with those idle hands.
Game is officially published by KFC, promises a romance that will make you want to lick your fingers.
Japanese government attempts to beautify the English interpretation of Reiwa, gives us an eyeful of something else entirely.
Video game features character designs from a famous manga creator, starts with hot guys “twisted from Alice in Wonderland.”
Debut work by teen creators smashes crowdfunding goal in less than two hours, aims to be better than made-by-adults titles.
Clever idea makes you the hero of a dating simulator.
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku takes time out from her busy schedule to sit down for some sweets in augmented reality event.
Stay! Stay! Democratic People’s Republic of Korea! might sound like another example of Japanese weirdness, but it’s actually foreign-developed.

















Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Visiting Tokyo’s newest unmanned Self Cafe in Shibuya
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
We eat 13 of the most highly recommended sushi items at Sushiro and pick the best of the best
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Visiting Tokyo’s newest unmanned Self Cafe in Shibuya
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
We eat 13 of the most highly recommended sushi items at Sushiro and pick the best of the best
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Mario Kart Happy Meal toys arrive at McDonald’s Japan, and SoraNews24 has the whole set!【Photos】
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
And now, a video of the voice of Dragon Ball’s Goku meeting the Emperor and Empress of Japan
Japan Develops Single Passenger Silent Mini Electric Helicopters, Travels at 100km/h (62mph)
Japanese fashion company develops fabric mask with velcro-edge eating technology
Immerse yourself in TeamLab Yoro Valley’s outdoor nighttime art exhibition in Chiba’s wilderness