Every once in a while a commercial comes along that so accurately deconstructs the human condition that it’s hard for any of us to not cry lasers over it. There was that one time Intel showed us the harrowing tale of a young boy whose friend was dying of cancer, and that Toyota one about a father and daughter? Well, I darn near vaporized my cat while watching that one.
Now, noodle giant Nissin and their White Curry Meshi (rice) bring us a spot titled “Sorrow of Wasteland“, which tells the story of desperate struggle between two men who were once friends. Get your tissues and ruby-quartz glasses out for this one, folks!
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Why you should visit Shizuoka, the green tea oasis in the middle of Japan’s golden route
Denny’s new Japanese parfait looks totally different depending on what angle you look at it from
How to make a lucky sushi roll with KFC fried chicken skin【SoraKitchen】
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Why you should visit Shizuoka, the green tea oasis in the middle of Japan’s golden route
Denny’s new Japanese parfait looks totally different depending on what angle you look at it from
How to make a lucky sushi roll with KFC fried chicken skin【SoraKitchen】
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Cat got your tongue? 10 unusual Japanese phrases that use the word ‘cat’
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Five years on, Google Maps updates images of areas affected by 2011 earthquake and tsunami
Japan has been tossing message-bearing coconuts into the ocean since the 1980s
Motorsports, hot springs, huge ramen, and an amusement park: All reasons to visit Suzuka Circuit