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Go devises his own, completely unique way to enjoy a classic summer meal, and named it: Jibun wo Nagashi Somen.
Public health agency pleads with one group to take simple but critical precaution against heatstroke.
It’s getting hot, and wearing masks in summer isn’t fun…but maybe find some other way to stay cool.
Beloved anime cat Doraemon appears as a pile of blue goo.



















Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Famous koi ponds overwhelmed with tourists throwing thousands of coins in them
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
The greatest sushi roll in Japanese history is actually nine sushi rolls in one【Photos】
How do people in Japan feel about eating whale? We asked five people for their opinions
McDonald’s Japan releases Spicy Chicken McNuggets so spicy they’ll knock you out? 【Taste Test】
It’s that time of year again… when we get to see giant rodents soak blissfully in a hot bath!
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
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
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
The greatest sushi roll in Japanese history is actually nine sushi rolls in one【Photos】
How do people in Japan feel about eating whale? We asked five people for their opinions
McDonald’s Japan releases Spicy Chicken McNuggets so spicy they’ll knock you out? 【Taste Test】
It’s that time of year again… when we get to see giant rodents soak blissfully in a hot bath!
The 10 best hotel hot springs in Japan, as chosen by Japanese travelers
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
New Japanese KitKats come in sakura flavour, with poetic symbolism for success
Japanese manhole covers become a hit with foreign tourists in off-the-beaten path Tokyo area
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Japan’s Capybara Long Bath Championship 2022! Upstart powerhouse vs. original dynasty【Video】
In Japan, capybaras not only bathe in hot springs, they swim in your soup
Electric conveyor belt sushi kit brings the fun of a revolving sushi restaurant into your home
Woof! Cute cosplaying Shiba Inu show off schoolgirl costumes and other latest looks 【Photos】