Japanese youth trends can change in a flash. There’s a never ending boom and bust cycle for clothes, music, and even slang that’s claimed pop idol group Da Pump, platform boots, and the phrase cho beri guddo. By the way, if you can clearly remember any of those, please accept our apologies for forgetting to mail your 30th birthday card to you.
For a while, it looked like the Japanese “gal” makeup trend, with its over-the-top cosmetics and crazy coiffure, would be joining those relics of yesteryear. Apparently enough time has passed, though, that young female fashionistas are warming up to the idea of giving the distinctive look another chance and they shared their beauty tips during a gal makeover for our reporter, Kon.
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Start saving room now – Japanese grocery store’s biggest sushi roll yet is coming for Setsubun
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Miss & Mr. Aoyama Contest boasts stunning contestants, maybe the next generation of TV stars?
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Daiso can help you beat the heat this summer with DIY fruity Suika and Melon Bars【Taste test】
Here are Japan’s most-sung karaoke songs in 2022 from karaoke system Joysound
All of Evangelion exhibit showing largest-ever collection of Eva art and design documents in Tokyo
Getting a driver’s license in Japan the hard way: The first written test
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan quietly slips fans another Christmas present with Joyful Medley Strawberry Milk Tea
We go on a quest to find the cheesiest sushi at Japanese conveyor belt sushi chains【Taste test】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Daiso can help you beat the heat this summer with DIY fruity Suika and Melon Bars【Taste test】
Here are Japan’s most-sung karaoke songs in 2022 from karaoke system Joysound
All of Evangelion exhibit showing largest-ever collection of Eva art and design documents in Tokyo
Getting a driver’s license in Japan the hard way: The first written test
We check out the new apartment building construction site area that opened in KidZania Tokyo
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Burgers soaked in a plate of hot cheese served at American Diner Andra in Tokyo
What some Japanese people think of China is as stereotypical as you can get