If you’re a magical girl, or just an anime fan, in need of some seaside R and R, this unique swimwear is for you.
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These wide-eyed kitties will watch you with every step while you enjoy the comfort of padded soles.
Even if you didn’t back their campaign, these awesome pieces of bushido fashion can now be yours.
Check out these pawsitively epic kitty shirts available on Ameowzon Japan! (Uh, we mean Amazon. Amazon Japan.)
And there was much rejoicing.
The iconic split-toed tabi boot steps out of the ninja scene and into the world of sneakers in this roundup of awesome footwear designed for the street.
This year, the ajisai hydrangeas that bloom in June can blossom on your summer kimono along with some playful white cats.
Nostalgic yet innovative bathing suits offered as an alternative to flashy, revealing bikinis.
A South Korean chicken restaurant owner got a rude awakening when he was slapped with a $12,800 fine for ripping off the famous French designer label’s name and monogram design.
This new high school room wear collection is aimed at adult women—but wouldn’t it feel weird wearing the uniforms so long after graduation?
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YouTube channel Ask Japanese is flipping the script and asking foreigners what they think about the men they see around them. Find out if you agree with their observations!
Because why stop at wearing your love for you favorite character on your sleeve, when you can wear it on your whole body?
















Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Cup Noodle Sodas: Culinary innovation or beverage abomination?
Young Japanese adults show lowest dating experience level yet in annual survey
Canned cuteness as Hello Kitty and friends kick off Can Chara capsule toy line【Photos】
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
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
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
Cup Noodle Sodas: Culinary innovation or beverage abomination?
Young Japanese adults show lowest dating experience level yet in annual survey
Canned cuteness as Hello Kitty and friends kick off Can Chara capsule toy line【Photos】
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
Japan’s favorite beer, Asahi Super Dry, to get new low-alcohol spinoff
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Eat Kuroge Wagyu beef at this Japanese restaurant in Ginza for less than 10 bucks!
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Bamboo trees vandalized near Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari shrine, foreign graffiti prevalent
Force cute anime boys to crossdress in new mobile simulation game
Immersive ukiyoe exhibition in Osaka adds some scented flair
Best breakfast in Akihabara? Might be the breakfast buffet at this “family restaurant”