If we can put a man on the moon, why can’t we have robots deliver our sushi? Oh, wait, apparently we can do that too.
food (Page 211)
Japan has had plenty of special Pringles flavors over the years, but these chips are solely for another nation.
We get our hands on one of Japan’s most sought-after souvenirs to find out what makes them so popular.
Never eaten beef and cake in the same bite? Neither had we, until now, but we’re glad we finally did.
There is a limited chance to try out Kurazushi’s latest transmogrification of vinegared rice.
Despite its healthy holier-than-thou image, Japanese food has more than a few calorific goodies/evil temptations.
Ramen chain is committed to stellar customer service through all parts of the digestive cycle.
A former best-selling variation of sushi has returned, but it might be difficult to catch.
Hokkaido-based cake artist draws on a wide variety of inspirations for jaw-dropping edible art.
Azuki Bar Day is celebrated on 1 July and the makers of the tasty frozen snack sure know how to celebrate!
MOST POPULAR
Now
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
Japan named most sleep-deprived country for fourth year in a row, according to survey
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan’s full-facemask Ninja Parka still lets you eat ice cream[Photos]
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Small Hokkaido bookshop’s unique service is getting business from all over Japan
Weekly
- 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
Monthly
- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
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)
Yearly
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Small Hokkaido bookshop’s unique service is getting business from all over Japan
Kobe University study reminds us that Japan could be one volcanic eruption away from annihilation
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Muji designs cool all-weather self-driving shuttle bus, aims to implement it in Finland in 2020
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
New Zelda game’s old cheat teaches Japanese kid a valuable lesson about actions and consequences
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the anime
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
-
