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Time for Western nicknames like Brit and JT for Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake to make way for Chinese monikers like “Queen of Starbucks” and “J Boss”.
Giant Pokémon bed makes it easy to fall asleep, hard to move around.
Haruka Yoshimura’s latest role is in a series about mahjong, but this snapshot makes the actress appear far from mundane.
The champion player shows off champion poses that set off a trending hashtag on Twitter in Japan.
This plushie of Kirby’s video game co-star wasn’t broken, but it got fixed anyway.
Why just hand your loved ones money when you can send them on an adventure? The experience is priceless!
And to think, for all these years we’ve been using timed electronics like a bunch of chumps!
See just how much hair a dog can shed during a routine shampoo in this series of impressive before-and-after photos.
If you’re planning to visit this Shinto shrine’s Gym, you might want to say some prayers first.
Before-and-after profile shots show the different effects produced by small and medium sizes.
We tell the true-life story of a marriage brought to the brink of divorce by one man’s private Poké-passion!
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If you’re an athlete who runs from side to side or jumps up and down, these cute cats will love you, regardless of where you’re from!
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Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
Local man has choice words for Comiket attendees: “For the love of god, take a bath!”
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Death Spray from Japan causes buzz online for powerful ability to cut ties with bad energy
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
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Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
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
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
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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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
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Local man has choice words for Comiket attendees: “For the love of god, take a bath!”
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Death Spray from Japan causes buzz online for powerful ability to cut ties with bad energy
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
McDonald’s Japan adds three tasty new popcorn drinks to their menu
This standing sushi bar inside a Tokyo train station blew us away with its speedy deliciousness
“Donald Trump” fraudster accused of scamming confused citizens in Japanese phone scam
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Japan Super Budget Dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at beef bowl chain Matsuya?
89-year-old Japanese man rides bike 600 kilometers to visit his 61-year-old son
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Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
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