It’s a lovely day as two post-apocalyptic storytelling legends talk with each other for the first time.
fan art
Maybe for another series it wouldn’t be a headscratcher, but Yoko Taro is surprised about one request.
“Of course all the money is yours to keep!” says Eiichiro Oda while announcing temporary free-for-all.
Global movement shows us an anime star we’ve seen many times, but in ways we’ve never seen before.
A few simple changes let you wear your love of Nintendo on your figurative sleeve and literal face.
The pages are filled with intricate etchings of everything from talk-show guests to Shadow of the Colossus to Coraline.
Talented fan takes John Wick, Pikachu, and Marvel heroes back to the golden era of Japanese poster graphic design.
Japanese fan artists give us a glimpse of what a normal life would be like in the amazing world of Pokémon.
Love Live! Sunshine!! voice actress gives her school idol character an old-school makeover.


















Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
New adults go wild at Seijinshiki Coming-of-Age ceremony in Kitakyushu, Japan 【Photos】
Man arrested for violating Japan’s anti-dueling law in downtown Tokyo
Researchers in Japan give mouse glowing sperm
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Here’s what our bachelor writers ate over the New Year’s holiday in Japan
The new Ranma 1/2 anime is here! So is it worth watching?【SoraReview】
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Gundam creator expresses disappointment over current state of anime voice acting
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
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
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Here’s what our bachelor writers ate over the New Year’s holiday in Japan
The new Ranma 1/2 anime is here! So is it worth watching?【SoraReview】
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Gundam creator expresses disappointment over current state of anime voice acting
Elephant nose ice cream: The treat with a trunk
We investigate Sendagaya Tunnel and get a message from beyond【Haunted Tokyo】
Gundam creator thinks Makoto Shinkai anime need more female crotch grabbing and/or horniness
Giant life-size Alolan Exeggutor Pokémon appears at Pokémon World Championships in Japan【Photos】
Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
All the awesome cuteness of a cat’s paw harnessed in one pastry, on sale now in Osaka
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?