Fukubukuro Roundup 2024
This melon specialty shop’s unique lucky bag puts a fruity spin on the New Year’s tradition.
We crack open an overwhelming batch of toys–from the charming to the wacky–in which there’s gotta be something for everyone.
What’s inside the Disney Store’s 10,000-yen Lucky Box? This year, actually useful items!
Disney supplies not just toys and collectibles, but actual practicality!
Whether you live in Tokyo or not, this bargain box of Tokyo sweets is well worth fighting for!
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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Act of Japanese kindness touches one man’s heart, provides hope for elevator etiquette
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Here comes a new katsudon: ice cream katsudon?!?
Cup Noodle’s Nissin develops space ramen, space curry rice for astronauts to eat among the stars
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
McDonald’s adds a questionable Butterscotch Pie to its menu in Japan
Japanese porn star directs commercial in which Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un are best friends【Vid】
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Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience- New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
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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 2026
Archfiend 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
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal- Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating- Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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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
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
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Here comes a new katsudon: ice cream katsudon?!?
Cup Noodle’s Nissin develops space ramen, space curry rice for astronauts to eat among the stars
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
McDonald’s adds a questionable Butterscotch Pie to its menu in Japan
Japanese porn star directs commercial in which Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un are best friends【Vid】
Hilarious Japanese commercial shows what happens when you beat the company president
How to make a lucky sushi roll with KFC fried chicken skin【SoraKitchen】
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
Father of shojo manga hosts yearly one-man exhibit with new and classic artwork【Images】
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Private booths are coming to Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains even sooner than we’d thought【Video】
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