The fate of the first to board has long been a problem in Japan, but this could be the solution.
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2026 nengajo drawing comes with a never-before-seen photo of the legendary anime director.
“More than friends less than lovers” team shows us what it takes to look after thousands of commuters on the rails.
Japanese bread company goes above and beyond during the disaster, feeding people and keeping their spirits up at the same time.
Twitter user’s search for the mystery person behind the gift leads them to the original background artist 20 years later.
Student says she stepped in when she saw adults walking past the young girl, who was soaked in the rain.
Cute character flies under the radar, but there’s a special prize for those who can hunt it down!




















Legendary pie cafe Anna Miller’s finally returns to Tokyo after three-year absence
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
What’s up with the secret basement at this Japanese train station?
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
McDonald’s Japan hack: What happens when you put an apple pie inside a Big Mac?
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
What’s up with the secret basement at this Japanese train station?
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
McDonald’s Japan hack: What happens when you put an apple pie inside a Big Mac?
Starbucks Japan releases a new Valentine’s Day Frappuccino…with a special dipping waffle cookie
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Tokyo big walk – Walking from Tokyo Station to the Big Sight convention center on Tokyo Bay【Pics】
Totoro, Calcifer, other Ghibli stars returning as humidifiers ahead of Japan’s dry winter days【Pics】
Please don’t make the stupid mistake of taking an “abandoned” bike for a ride in Japan
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Is a snow day the perfect day to beat the crowds at a popular ramen restaurant? [Experiment]
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?