A glut of GIFs chronicle our reporter’s journey as he makes himself look weird in an effort to also make himself look handsome.
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Super-spicy Tokyo ramen served in a 572-degree Fahrenheit bowl? Yep, we’ll eat that!【Taste test】
Our resident spice fiend puts his tongue to the test in Tokyo’s most competitive ramen neighborhood!
When Go takes a dump, everyone in the office knows, but can a team of “sound princesses” solve the dilemma?
It took years for the Internet to notice our video, but now it’s a global hit, especially in one unexpected country.
Too lazy to really cook, but too gourmet for instant food? Our reporter Go finds a solution.
Many complain that Brassiere Day has become too commercial, so our team straps in to find the true spirit of the season.
Ever been so angry you just want to fling your crap at the floor? The 100 yen chain has something for you, and it comes with an inspiring message.
Trust us, this won’t end like our other get-rich-quick-schemes, because this time we’ve got supernatural powers on our side!
We’re struck senseless by the seductive dessert, and take an array of scintillating shots to show off its sexy side.
Even if you defend the concept of such a thing, you’ll find that this isn’t even a good plastic bottle bottom cap.




















And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Japan’s suicides fall to lowest recorded number ever, but one demographic hits all-time high
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
Man arrested in rural Japan on charges of leaving obscene DVDs in stores as gifts for “healthy men”
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to Japan’s snowy Hokkaido Prefecture!
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Japanese young women reveal their top dealbreakers in a man【Survey】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
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
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
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
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
Man arrested in rural Japan on charges of leaving obscene DVDs in stores as gifts for “healthy men”
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to Japan’s snowy Hokkaido Prefecture!
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Japan is in the grip of sticker fever and no one is safe, including us
Major Japanese ramen chain’s logo confuses Honda cars’ AI
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Open-air public toilet at Sensoji temple in Tokyo is waiting to be discovered by foreign tourists
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Japan’s got a subscription service for pillows with or without plastic tubes inside