October 31 marked the last day the clothing chain was in business in Japan.
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Extra-cute Animal Crossing kitchenware also on offer at Japan’s first-ever dedicated Nintendo store.
Dragon Ball’s time-traveling swordsman came from the future, but his clothes are ready to take you back to the past.
Finally, what all oyster lovers have been waiting for — a remarkably realistic oyster-shaped bag.
The perfect accessory for when you want to come home and pretend you’re not an adult, but still look cool.
Want to contact a trickster spirit while on the go? Now you can, thanks to Village Vanguard!
All designs saluting the landmark anime/manga series are thankfully priced far under 9,000 yen.
Some Chinese authorities want to put a stop to it, but might Japanese authorities be wise to encourage letting our guts fly free?
It’s time to look at breasts (statistically).
Craftsmen in Japan’s ancient capital put time-honored techniques to use for contemporary bags, wallets, and more.
Who knew Uniqlo was such a good place to hunt for an an iconic anime costume?
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Japanese-style afternoon tea in this Japanese manor house outside downtown Tokyo is something special
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
The future of smoking: USB-powered Jii Lighter is here! (And it’s kind of insane)
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
The 5 best Japanese bento to buy at Kyoto Station
New multiple choice answer sheet is the anti-cheating gift from the teacher gods
Amazing winter photos of university on Japan’s northern island make us want to go back to school
Testing Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated Screaming Pot【Video】
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
We try Tokyo restaurant’s crab ice cream that tastes more like crab than cream【Taste test】
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Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw- Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
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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 garden
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 Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday- Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time- Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
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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
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New multiple choice answer sheet is the anti-cheating gift from the teacher gods
Amazing winter photos of university on Japan’s northern island make us want to go back to school
Testing Amazon Japan’s lowest-rated Screaming Pot【Video】
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
We try Tokyo restaurant’s crab ice cream that tastes more like crab than cream【Taste test】
Japan’s original oyakodon restaurant reopens after three years in a newly renovated building
What are the most and least attractive hobbies for Japanese men and women? Survey investigates
We visited a “terrible” Japanese hot spring hotel near Narita Airport
Puppet Sunsun taking over Lawson convenience stores all over Japan
Osaka’s powerful Crab Ice Crab doesn’t pull any punches【Taste test】
Massive Pokémon art event will publicly display thousands of cards, let you step inside scene too
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s full-facemask Ninja Parka still lets you eat ice cream[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
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