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New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Burger King Japan launches King Fusion, and the possibilities are endless (and delicious)
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Immerse yourself in TeamLab Yoro Valley’s outdoor nighttime art exhibition in Chiba’s wilderness
Japan’s hoya is a straight-up edible video game monster, and here’s how to prepare/eat it【Photos】
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Ghibli, One Punch, Fullmetal Alchemist artists create hand-drawn Major Leage Baseball anime videoJapan’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 openNew Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in JapanStudio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
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 gardenJapan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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 TokyoBrand-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]Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
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
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Immerse yourself in TeamLab Yoro Valley’s outdoor nighttime art exhibition in Chiba’s wilderness
Japan’s hoya is a straight-up edible video game monster, and here’s how to prepare/eat it【Photos】
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Ghibli, One Punch, Fullmetal Alchemist artists create hand-drawn Major Leage Baseball anime video
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Giant Clodsire Pokémon plushie comes with up to 32 Woopers in super size, super cute set【Pics】
Class up your campsite with these Japanese sake pouches designed for the outdoors
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream