J-pop star reflects on the people she’s had to say goodbye to, and why that can hurt like nothing else.
Evangelion (Page 4)
It’s not the first full-scale figure of the Eva pilot, but it’s the first one you can pose.
The anime about city-destroying robot-versus-alien fights is ready to keep you fed during disasters.
Our Eva fan grew up with a dad like the one Shinji is stuck with, so how does he feel after watching Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time?
“The cutest Rei Ayanami” and glowing Unit-01 don’t come cheap, but they offer serious impact for truly hard-core Evangelion fans.
Are congratulations in order as creator Hideaki Anno’s masterpiece anime franchise reaches the end of its 26-year journey?
Extended Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time preview will include never-before seen footage from the franchise finale.
Should Shinji have been saying “We mustn’t show naked women?”



















Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Paying for prostitution isn’t illegal in Japan, but it could be soon
Five amazing snow-view open-air Japanese hot springs in Hokkaido [Photos]
World’s only double-helix wooden structure, Aizu Sazaedo, is mysterious both outside and inside
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Our reporter is willing to die on the pseudo-Italian restaurant Olive Hill
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
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
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Our reporter is willing to die on the pseudo-Italian restaurant Olive Hill
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Domino’s erupts with a 1kg Cheese Volcano in Japan
7-Eleven Japan’s most popular product with foreign tourists is…a unique chocolate gummy
Japan’s “First Date Awards” reveals the best places to wine and dine when dating in Tokyo
Majority of Japanese mayors say foreign residents are essential but most see good and bad effects
Levi’s lucky bag has tremendous value packed inside…but are they things we’ll actually wear?
Same-sex prostitution business technically legal in Japan, goes untouched by police
Godiva’s Tokyo bakery is FINALLY easy to get into and shop at
Watch the dying art of the punch perm, a quintessential Japanese hairstyle, in Mr. Sato’s new ‘do