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A trip that was meant to be pleasantly nostalgic resulted in a big shock, but also came with a silver, spicy lining.
We crack open an overwhelming batch of toys–from the charming to the wacky–in which there’s gotta be something for everyone.
Will the gacha gods smile kindly on our desire to own all of these cute miniature watches?
The store’s “Premium Magic Powder to Make Instant Ramen Taste Amazing” can be used for all kinds of meals!
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Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
A visit to the best UFO catcher arcade in the universe!
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers have Sandshrew welcoming you to an often forgotten part of Japan
Japanese people react to “But we’re speaking Japanese!” video, and it’s kind of stunning
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Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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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
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?
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]- Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
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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- Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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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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Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
A visit to the best UFO catcher arcade in the universe!
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers have Sandshrew welcoming you to an often forgotten part of Japan
Japanese people react to “But we’re speaking Japanese!” video, and it’s kind of stunning
Our Osaka native taste-tests the extra-expensive, extra-large Bikkuri Takoyaki octopus balls
Slayers cafe opening in Tokyo and Osaka brings food of the fantasy anime to real life【Photos】
The etiquette rules for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
Snorlax Bead Sofa is the awesomely cozy living room furniture every Pokémon fan needs【Photos】
Japan’s robot dinosaur population continues to grow with new addition at Fukui Station
How to properly wrap a ninja hood – Now available in English!
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