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Slowpoke buses, Slowpoke hotel rooms, and even a Slowpoke ferry pop up in Kagawa’s cities (but don’t worry because the service isn’t slow).
Japanese onsen ryokan adapts to the new normal after being in business for over 1,300 years.
Bayside hotel’s deal is already great, gets even better if you and your friends work together.
With the exception of the #1 spot, one Japanese prefecture is clearly dominating the breakfast game.
Cuddle up in a cozy room full of beloved Peanuts characters and the world’s most adorable beagle.
This stunning work of century-old architecture has given its last tour allowing people access to never-before-seen parts of the facility.
This brand new space has 5,000 books for guests to read, a special bar stocked with local beers, and bunks inside the shelves to sleep in.
Not only do you get a 500 yen per night discount, but it promises to be one of the more emotional check-ins you’ll ever experience.
When staying at this century-old correctional facility, you might hope they lock you up and throw away the key.
Looking for an inexpensive, relaxing place to stay in Shibuya? Nadeshiko Hotel Shibuy may be just what you want!
Ever since we heard about the opening of a bookstore-themed hotel with sleeping quarters built into its wooden bookshelves, we’ve been keeping a close eye out for updates, and were actually lucky enough to snap up a reservation to stay at the hotel on opening night!
After emerging from the beautiful space this morning, we can happily say it’s one of the most atmospheric places to stay in Tokyo. Actually, we wouldn’t mind shacking up here permanently! Come with us as we take you through all the gorgeous features and unusual details after the break.
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World’s first Ice Whopper now on the menu at Burger King Japan
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
We test out Daiso’s “High-Quality Stereo Earphones” and find a pair that actually impressed us
Manga pro’s sixth-grade son floors the Internet with his amazing manga art
Top coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
Visit the birthplace of the Japanese daruma in Gunma Prefecture
Travis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
Gigantic geyser erupts from Shinto shrine’s forest on the night before its summer festival【Video】
We try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
Gravure model NFT series wants to attract online investors, real-world visitors for hot springs
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- Top coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
- We try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
Go shopping with our Japanese reporter as he experiences Costco in the U.S. for the first time- World’s first Ice Whopper now on the menu at Burger King Japan
- Travis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
We fall in love with a bucket of Japanese custard pudding【Taste test】
Saitama man’s 7M-yen Rolex stolen after leaving it alone with “potential buyer” for two minutes
This super easy cold Korean spicy ramen dish will make summer 100 times more delicious
The most expensive ice cream in Japan? Metallic soft serve frays the nerves of staff who make it
Starbucks Japan’s new cream pie’s looks are freaking people out
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- Saitama man’s 7M-yen Rolex stolen after leaving it alone with “potential buyer” for two minutes
Studio Ghibli releases free bulletin board illustration to “use within the bounds of common sense”
New Princess Mononoke accessory line has Kodama for your ears, wolves for your fingers【Photos】
Cases of people getting unwanted crabs skyrocketing in Japan, salmon too
The entire Pokémon Red and Blue Kanto region map, built as a 3-D diorama, looks amazing【Photos】
Princess Mononoke 25th anniversary lineup includes cute plushies, fierce magnets, expensive bowls
Jimmy Choo designs limited edition Crystal Boots for Sailor Moon’s 30th anniversary- Top coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
We visit izakaya in Thailand billed as “Middle Aged Man’s Paradise”, try food that’s illegal in Japan- We try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
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Mandarin orange peels aren’t trash, they’re treasure! Three chimpi tips to reuse your mikan skins
Move over grilled cheese — we’ve discovered the tastiest toasted sandwich yet【Recipe】
One Punch Man manga artist’s amazing “practice” drawing is so good we think he might not be human
Sony’s wearable air conditioners selling like cold cakes in heat-stricken Japan
How to use the new floating hologram registers at 7-Eleven
Liev Schreiber’s son deemed “too beautiful” in Japan
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Japanese woman finds better way to make potato salad, we may not be able to go back to old style
Miss Universe 2021 Japan entry slammed for wearing “dead person’s kimono”
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
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Visit the birthplace of the Japanese daruma in Gunma Prefecture
Travis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
Gigantic geyser erupts from Shinto shrine’s forest on the night before its summer festival【Video】
We try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
Gravure model NFT series wants to attract online investors, real-world visitors for hot springs
Yuzuru Hanyu launches own YouTube channel, fans flock to subscribe
Watermelon-looking rice balls go on sale in Tokyo, bring Mr. Sato bitter memories of regret
Cute hedgehog cup clingers from Japan join you for a drink in seven cute varieties
Nephew receives SD card after his uncle passes away, finds treasure trove of gems from the past
Why are the Los Angeles Dodgers wearing the caps from Nagoya’s professional baseball team?
W.T.F. Japan: Top 5 most difficult Japanese tongue twisters (with videos!) 【Weird Top Five】
Chowing down on dirt-cheap gyoza and insane portions at Fukuoka’s Gyoza Supermarket Pub
New Kirby Cafe coming to Japan’s most underappreciated foodie town with exclusive menu items
Haku is…Chihiro’s dead brother? Studio Ghibli fans blown away by Spirited Away theory
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