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Guests at Universal Studios Japan’s new Nintendo zone can enjoy the delicious fillings of Bowser’s minions at Yoshi’s Snack Island.
Eating the ironically risky symbol of long life is the latest thing that requires extra caution during the pandemic.
Two of the few osechi dishes almost everyone likes team up for a very special, very Japanese flavor that promises good luck in the new year.
Prayers of temple monks imbue this Spicy Yakuyoke Whopper with all the protection you’ll need for the New Year.




















Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Racing into our stomachs this winter are motorcycle fuel tank-shaped bento
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Takeshi’s Castle, Japan’s craziest game show, is getting a new series from Amazon Prime Video
Otoshidama: How kids in Japan get rich once a year
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Putting popcorn in your brownies is a great way to liven them up while skipping the nuts【Recipe】
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stations
Immersive ukiyoe exhibition in Osaka adds some scented flair
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
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
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Putting popcorn in your brownies is a great way to liven them up while skipping the nuts【Recipe】
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stations
Immersive ukiyoe exhibition in Osaka adds some scented flair
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
Abysmal viewer ratings for Pokémon anime series does not worry its broadcaster the slightest bit
Secret staff cafeteria at this Japanese train station is still open…for those in the know
Sixth grade homeroom teacher in trouble for explaining to students that “naked women = money”
Studio Ghibli unveils My Neighbour Totoro miniature house model
We traveled almost 400 miles to get popcorn from this ninja machine, but do we regret it?【Photos】
Should people in Japan be allowed to keep their surnames after getting married, survey asks