drinks (Page 18)
Secret dessert drink becomes a hit, but it’s only available to those who know how to order it.
Our black tea-loving reporter goes in search of a proper cup of tea at five of Japan’s most popular cafe chains.
Beer? Sake? One part of Japan has a strong fondness for both, as well as a few other alcoholic beverages.
Sakura flower petal soda, other cherry blossom treats have us ready to hurry to Japan’s Pronto cafes
Reserve Roastery will look pretty in pink, whether you’re looking at the building, your glass, or your plate.
We sampled all 11 flavors of milk tea by the popular brand so that you’ll know exactly which one to grab next for your perfect cuppa.
Multiple regional brewers and amazing taiyaki will keep you from getting too thirsty or hungry while you’re at Japan’s newest arcade.
Lack of key ingredient means sweets fans may be left singing the blues as roughly 100 branches will get no Operas.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
Japanese government creates new word for cruelly hot summer days
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan has an awesome one-person bento box rice cooker, and here’s what we made with ours
Anime Industry Report shows overseas anime market is bigger than Japanese one, but is this a cultural tipping point?
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Do ANA international inflight meals taste better on the ground than they do in the air?
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Weekly
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- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan- Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Monthly
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
- Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
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- Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Yearly
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Japan has an awesome one-person bento box rice cooker, and here’s what we made with ours
Anime Industry Report shows overseas anime market is bigger than Japanese one, but is this a cultural tipping point?
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Do ANA international inflight meals taste better on the ground than they do in the air?
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Home workout fun: Get in shape with Creamy Mami magical girl anime exercise videos
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Police in Japan warn of scam artists posing as cops to collect fines for breaking new bike rules
Mr. Sato shares his own secret Ministop hack to help save the ailing convenience store
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
We try all-you-can-eat raw eggs for 730 yen, turns out to be way better than it sounds
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Japanese business wear brand creates helpful graph to tell you what to wear at work
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
-
