Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
Intelligent Glass
Although major cities in Japan have installed signs in both Japanese and English, many foreign travelers still face difficulties reading the text found on things like menus, product packages, and billboards. That may all change thanks to NTT DoCoMo, Japan’s largest mobile phone operator, and their new glasses that are capable of almost instantly translating Japanese text.
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
We try the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte in Japan!
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Soon you can drink your ice cream at Lawson convenience stores throughout Japan
And now, a video of the voice of Dragon Ball’s Goku meeting the Emperor and Empress of JapanJapan’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
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in JapanNew Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
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]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to TokyoBrand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
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 birthdayJapan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
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
We try the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte in Japan!
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Soon you can drink your ice cream at Lawson convenience stores throughout Japan
And now, a video of the voice of Dragon Ball’s Goku meeting the Emperor and Empress of Japan
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
Ninja-themed sneakers are the perfect footwear for the contemporary shadow assassin
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Gacha capsule toy paradise for adults appears at Akihabara Station
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Turns out women STILL don’t want to see men’s nipples through their shirt
“Bumping men” are a uniquely Japanese class of criminals that are hard to deal with
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
Japan’s very own Braziltown offers great food and shopping for a great price