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Ninja girl anime/video game franchise Senran Kagura continues to have one thing (or two things) on its mind.
Or, if you’re in the mood for something less crunchy, there’s the option of tempura soba-flavor popcorn.
Plus, can’t decide between Pikachu and Eevee? Adorable combo plate means you don’t have to.
An ordering mistake sends SoraNews24’s Mr. Sato soaring into the bliss of his most rarified lunch ever as he learns there’s one sushi restaurant where not all omakase are the same.
It’s hard to make Pikachu look anything less than adorable, but Mister Donut has found a way…several ways, in fact.
This Asakusa restaurant has two of Japan’s greatest foods, paired in a way nobody ever did before, and the result is amazing.
We taste the new Pokémon doughnuts and get our hands on some exclusive merchandise before the official release.
The Texas and Idaho burgers and McMuffins have hit branches across Japan, and we send our man on the ground to tear into them.
Thought sushi or sashimi was the only way to get a taste of sea urchin? Well, think again!
New release, with unique packaging by a Japanese artist, set to be released internationally.
Exclusive “Wa Selection” range pays homage to some of Japan’s most beloved traditional flavours.
Want to try Japan’s most famous hot pot, but don’t want to drop big bucks for it? Yoshinoya, plus one other amazing budget-friendly restaurant, are here to help.
We gave our hungriest/thirstiest reporters a stack of cash for all the wine, prosciutto, and steak they wanted, but did they hit the six-figure mark?
Think you got what it takes to be a Big Shogun Space Avenger? Time to put your money where your mouth is.


















Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan named most sleep-deprived country for fourth year in a row, according to survey
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan named most sleep-deprived country for fourth year in a row, according to survey
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
Randy’s Donuts opens first-ever branch in Japan, brings L.A.’s donuts to Tokyo【Photos】
We try eating insects — they don’t taste like chicken
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Turn a persimmon into a pudding with one simple ingredient
Five things that keep Japanese people chained to their jobs
We try ice cream with a topping of natto fermented soybeans, because the Internet told us to
Japan’s ultimate wagyu beef bento costs almost US$3,000, promises to be an unforgettable meal
Is the absolute closest conveyor belt sushi to Akihabara Station any good? Let’s find out!