Revolutionary new system aims to keep your hands clean but people aren’t entirely sold on the idea.
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Unique blend of botanicals includes seaweed, tea, wasabi, and Japanese cedar, as a nod to the wood used in red shrine gates.
Seilan is one of the most unique tipples in Japan, making sunsets appear like magic in “Blue Samurai” drinks.




















7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Looking for a job in Japan? New “Sugoi Kawaii” maid cafe in Akihabara now hiring foreigners!
Start saving room now – Japanese grocery store’s biggest sushi roll yet is coming for Setsubun
Majority of Japanese men say they feel some discomfort seeing female janitors in men’s restrooms
Super Budget Dining in Japan – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen (US$6.70) at Saizeriya?
Anime cooking in real life – How to make Food Wars’ unagi matelote【SoraKitchen】
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
We go on a quest to find the cheesiest sushi at Japanese conveyor belt sushi chains【Taste test】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
Looking for a job in Japan? New “Sugoi Kawaii” maid cafe in Akihabara now hiring foreigners!
Start saving room now – Japanese grocery store’s biggest sushi roll yet is coming for Setsubun
Majority of Japanese men say they feel some discomfort seeing female janitors in men’s restrooms
Super Budget Dining in Japan – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen (US$6.70) at Saizeriya?
Anime cooking in real life – How to make Food Wars’ unagi matelote【SoraKitchen】
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Viral 3D ice creams land in Japan… but are they worth the hype?
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Burgers soaked in a plate of hot cheese served at American Diner Andra in Tokyo
Sandwiches fit for a sumo served up in Osaka【Taste Test】
Nara unveils new vending machines that sell deer crackers