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Japanese animation studio is searching for a hard-to-find product used by the director to create anime for many years.



















Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Japan’s most popular domestic burger chain adds 100-percent vegan burgers to menu
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Fake police phone scam also highlights dumb stereotype about how foreigners speak Japanese[Video]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Mos Burger adds new plant-based vegan teriyaki burger to its menu
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Studio Ghibli adds folding fans to its anime specialty store in Japan
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Mos Burger adds new plant-based vegan teriyaki burger to its menu
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Studio Ghibli adds folding fans to its anime specialty store in Japan
A faster, easier way to make cake: Use a rice cooker【SoraKitchen】
TeamLab opening amazing outdoor art exhibit at one of Japan’s more uniquely beautiful gardens【Pics】
Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion
Starbucks releases a Kyoto Matcha Latte in Japan for a limited time
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
The pros and cons of using Fluffy Foam Soy Sauce【Taste test】
How to make amazing sweet apple pancakes using a rice cooker 【RocketKitchen】