Detective Conan
There’s only one truth here and it’s that fans will be excited to ride in these stylishly updated train cars!
Unique hair accessories are part of 30th anniversary art exhibit for the hit anime/manga mystery series.
Tokyo district says Detective Conan singer can once again use the name that everyone else already calls her.
They say there’s no such thing as a perfect crime, but this might be the perfect cosplay/cover combination.
You might think Yugi would walk away with this one, but fans in Japan felt differently.
Get ready to settle the Case of Your Grumbling Stomach with a spread of character-themed dishes and drinks!
Detective Conan usually uses the power of his brain to defeat his foes, but this trick unlocks a legitimate superpower for the anime sleuth.
The mayor of Hokuei is ready to meet Conan’s demands, but he has a few surprises up his sleeve for the talk show host as well.
The talk show host immerses himself in a world of kawaii with some of Harajuku’s most colourful fashionistas.
American comedian responds to Hokei mayor’s request for his face on Mount Rushmore, says he’ll be here in Japan next week.


















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Sleep at Hoshinoya Nara Prison, one of the most unique hotels in Japan
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Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
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Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Tokyo has only two barley tea makers, and we visited one to see how mugicha is made
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Studio Ghibli mini towels add anime flair to a Japanese cultural tradition
Studio Ghibli combines anime and craftsmanship in new Totoro and Jiji Gobelin tapestry bags
Mos Burger opens fancy burger shop and bar in Ginza, Tokyo
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan’s Pokémon mailboxes saved from removal with last-minute extension on final day
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