Spacious eight-person room makes a perfect base for shinobi missions in Tokyo, but passing up sushi counter room is a hard choice.
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Management promises “comfortable hospitality for both domestic and international travelers.”
People in Japan are going crazy for this sweets hotel, which serves up Koala’s March pancakes unavailable anywhere else in the world.
The Nara Hotel offers royal-class hospitality, but right now you won’t have to pay a king’s ransom to experience it.
Even if you’re traveling by yourself, you’ll never be alone since you’re on a 24-hour live stream.
Food, shelter, shower, and laundry. Everything you need, and for just 2,140 yen (US$19.80) a day.
Skipping the Shinkansen lets you spend as many nights as you want in off-the-beaten-path Japan.
Mr. Sato eats the pancakes that won the heart of one of the most powerful politicians in Japan, but were they worth it?
New accommodation recreates the feel of a high-class train cabin inside, with a priceless view outside for just US$20 a night.
A place for digital competitors to stay in the birthplace of the Japanese fighting game community.
Centuries of samurai history are on display, and we’ll teach you what to look for in appreciating the beauty of a Japanese sword.
Motorsports, hot springs, huge ramen, and an amusement park: All reasons to visit Suzuka Circuit
Mie Prefecture’s Suzuka is the home of Japan’s most famous racetrack, but there’s more than cars to get excited about.



















Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
Happy 40th birthday, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A!
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Does this video about an abandoned dog leave you wiping your eyes or shaking your fist?
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
Inakaya Denim jeans are the latest farm-fresh Japanese-inspired fashion item
This amazing suit of samurai armor is made of five-yen coins, and you can make your own too【Pics】
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Does this video about an abandoned dog leave you wiping your eyes or shaking your fist?
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
Inakaya Denim jeans are the latest farm-fresh Japanese-inspired fashion item
This amazing suit of samurai armor is made of five-yen coins, and you can make your own too【Pics】
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
What’s the true reason for Japanese train delays classed as “customer support”?
How to properly wrap a ninja hood – Now available in English!
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Tokyo’s Kabuki-za Theater curry has a photo that looks deceptive but it’s a star performer
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Which Japanese convenience store sells the best fried chicken?