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Even when Mt. Fuji is hidden in shadows, there’s still something breathtaking to see here.
Grand Hyatt Tokyo celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with one Pikachu for every year.
Higher rates now in effect, projected to bring in more than 7 billion yen in extra revenue.
This gigantic judo dojo-sized hotel room will make you feel like royalty, but it’s disappearing soon
There’s plenty of space to stretch out, but not much time to spare if you want to have this unique Japan travel experience.
Local residents’ complaints about bad-mannered tourists prompt pledges from mayor to consider tighten regulations.
Make a wish on not one but two little stars while you’re on vacation in western Tokyo this spring.
More foreign tourists leading to fewer Japanese tourists could be leading to more foreign tourists which could lead to fewer Japanese tourists which could…
Japanese prefecture that already has a Hello Kitty airport is getting ready for even more Sanrio cuteness.
Tokyo Dome Hotel fills rooms with all the My Melody and Kuromi adorableness they can hold.
Yufuin is often thought of as Oita’s “other” hot spring town, but this ryokan plays second fiddle to nowhere.
Witches can put their brooms to good use at this Halloween event an hour outside downtown Tokyo.
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Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
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Japan’s adorable pudding chick becomes a transit card mascot
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Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
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Japan has a new cute and clever sunblock for cat lovers
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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
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】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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Starbucks Japan has a mesh bag so cute it’s a sell-out hit
Video of man spraying liquid on conveyor belt sushi leads to arrest in Japan
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Krispy Kreme releases a new Doughwich… at only one store in Japan
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Japanese government postpones proposals to restrict real estate purchases by foreigners
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