Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
eight-player battles
Earlier today, Nintendo released a very special video listing 50 facts about the upcoming Wii U version of chaotic brawler Super Smash Bros. The 35 minute-long video contains a wealth of information for fans of the series to drool over, but perhaps the most exciting announcement of all is the fact that up to eight players can now take part in the same battle.
Time to buy some extra controllers, folks!
Starbucks Japan reveals new winter holiday goods to wrap up 2024
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Tokyo Cancel Christmas protest march cancelled by Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men
Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Japanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Death Spray from Japan causes buzz online for powerful ability to cut ties with bad energy
Cup Noodle sells new squid fork with its instant ramen
One Piece teams up with the Los Angeles Lakers for pirate anime/pro basketball crossover
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Miniature keychain versions of Japan’s Death Spray are coming to capsule toy machines soon
This downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the pastStation of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glassesJapanese government will check and judge new baby name pronunciations, presents guidelines
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s ShinjukuJapanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Tokyo’s Super Mario Christmas decoration displays are super cool【Photos】Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local touristsJapanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a wholeThis downtown Tokyo cafe is like a time machine that takes you back 50 years into the past
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengersPossessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Death Spray from Japan causes buzz online for powerful ability to cut ties with bad energy
Cup Noodle sells new squid fork with its instant ramen
One Piece teams up with the Los Angeles Lakers for pirate anime/pro basketball crossover
Japanese train station vending machine has the best souvenirs for rail otaku
Miniature keychain versions of Japan’s Death Spray are coming to capsule toy machines soon
Top 5 souvenirs to buy at Super Nintendo World, according to staff who work there
Dateless on Christmas? Burger King Japan invites you to celebrate with whole bucket of fast food
We eat 13 of the most highly recommended sushi items at Sushiro and pick the best of the best
Starbucks Japan reveals new holiday goods for the 2024 festive season
Japan’s biggest manga magazine is raising its minimum payment rate for creators
Japanese city paints well-known prostitution street bright yellow, adds fish art【Video】
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
Nakano Broadway sells a fukubukuro lucky bag for foreigners, but is it a good deal or a scam?