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Just four days after the launch of the Sony PlayStation 4, and barely 24 hours after we brought you news that over a million units of the console had been sold on its very first day in stores, reports are appearing online of a “Red Line of Death” – believed to be caused by overheating – with brand new PlayStation 4 consoles locking up completely.
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
Japan’s suicides fall to lowest recorded number ever, but one demographic hits all-time high
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Bacha Coffee opens in Japan…but is it worth the hype?
Do 7-Eleven Japan’s new back-to-budget-friendly-basics rice bowls make us happy?【Taste test】
The Yellow Lucky Bag from Village Vanguard is so bad it may damage Japan-US relations
Anime holy ground – A visit to the real-world location of Look Back【Photos】
Dragon Quest Burgers and Slime drinks are coming to McDonald’s Japan【Video】
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
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
East Japan’s 10 most magical winter scenery experiences, as chosen by travelers
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service notebook and ceramic cake case to stores in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Japanese young women reveal their top dealbreakers in a man【Survey】
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing outJapan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
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 goalChina’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminatingStudio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited AwayJapan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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 TokyoStarbucks 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
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
Bacha Coffee opens in Japan…but is it worth the hype?
Do 7-Eleven Japan’s new back-to-budget-friendly-basics rice bowls make us happy?【Taste test】
The Yellow Lucky Bag from Village Vanguard is so bad it may damage Japan-US relations
Anime holy ground – A visit to the real-world location of Look Back【Photos】
Dragon Quest Burgers and Slime drinks are coming to McDonald’s Japan【Video】
Daiso releases shoulder bag series for every prefecture in Japan with surprising trivia facts
Escape from downtown Tokyo! How far from the city center can you get by rental bike in 8 hours?
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Win Cardcaptor Sakura cosmetics in the Bandai Spirits lottery!
Hokkaido park’s “sakura on the ground” are a breathtaking reason to venture beyond Sapporo
American traveler caught peeing on sleeping Japanese businessman during flight to Tokyo
Survey ranks Japan’s most popular fast food chains, McDonald’s surprisingly not No. 1
Beautiful Studio Ghibli photo frames let you put yourself in the worlds of Totoro and Kiki【Pics】