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Aji no Moto tasted so good, some people thought there must be some creepy creatures on the ingredient list.
Traditional accommodation in Tokyo’s ritzy Minato Ward doesn’t get much cheaper than this…but there’s a catch.
There’s a legend that ties the origin of this popular dish to one of Japan’s biggest bookstores.
Hoshinoya Nara Prison’s guests’ stays will be shorter and more comfortable than Nara Prison’s occupants’ were.
Edo Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum wants to take you back in time to an old-school summer festival.
The neighborhood of Otsuka is very different from what it once was–and even more so without its most iconic building.
Japan’s most iconic castle is yours to build in Lego form, as is a Japanese garden to soothe your mind.
The site of Ieyasu’s grave also has an amazing hidden-gem museum that far too many visitors skip.
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Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
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Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
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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
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
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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
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
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
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
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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
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
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Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
AKB48 and Nogizaka46 songs to be played as subway train departure melodies in Tokyo
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Stunning hand-painted Pokémon cards that belong in every fan’s collection【Photos】
10 badass four-character phrases to add to your Japanese language toolkit
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo releases exclusive Christmas goods in Japan
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Japanese convenience store Family Mart adding crane games to thousands of branches
New Attack on Titan souvenir straps feature Colossal Titan at famous Japanese landmarks
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Test the depths of your knowledge of Japan with this snack pack
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