Female Pikachu takes center stage in promoting new line of makeup created with Japanese fashion brand.
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The classic Japanese school backpack hits the street with unusual materials and cutting-edge designs.
Gorgeous samurai styles can be delivered to your door as the maker of the famous samurai chino pants now offers international shipping for his entire collection.
Slip into some Shinji panties or a Kaworu bra with these new intimate anime apparel options.
Also, how many pancakes could you make with a pair of D–cups’ weight in batter?
German-born Tokyo designer Anji Salz wows with this home-made Space Invaders kimono, and she’ll show you how to make your very own, too!
The venture is being promoted by a local branch of Loft chainstores to help revitalise the Tohoku area.
With a four-page spread featuring the ghost from the Ju-on horror movie franchise, it’s safe to say the magazine is now officially haunted.
Eyewear brand Paris Miki teams up with Japan’s favorite Barbie-like doll, Licca, to offer a cool and sophisticated glasses line for women.
Keep your kitty close, cool, and comfy with this cat-pouch hoodie that makes room for ice packs!
Cosmetics company Eye Style teams with popular Japanese cosplayer Nekomu Otogi to release these cute but disturbing cat’s eye contact lenses.
Whether you’re a man or a woman, now you can swim like a sailor thrown overboard and look cute while you do it.


















Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Fake police phone scam also highlights dumb stereotype about how foreigners speak Japanese[Video]
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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 releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Fake police phone scam also highlights dumb stereotype about how foreigners speak Japanese[Video]
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
KFC launches collaboration with soccer star Ronaldo, ensures next generation will be too fat to play
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki releases new artworks, still wants to make movies
Want some great ramen in Akihabara? Then head to this…karaoke joint?!?
Bras and panties for men – Online retailer in Japan offers men the chance to feel pretty
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowd sizes in Nara?
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Fish and chips shop in Japan is highly rated by foreigners, but will it impress a Japanese local?
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building serves up an exclusive ramen