Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
Ishikawa Labs
Minority Report it is not, but Masatoshi Ishikawa – namesake of Tokyo University’s renowned Ishikawa Lab – brought us one step closer to the future when he recently invited Japanese press to witness the lab’s newest creation: a projection system that can track and display an image on a moving object.
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Mister Donut wows matcha lovers in Japan with new Dora Matcha doughnuts
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Studio Ghibli unveils new Rollbahn notebook in honour of Howl’s Moving Castle
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
10 awesome Tokyo cherry blossom festivals and experiences for this year’s sakura season
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
We find the best “homestyle” onigiri at a super local chain of convenience stores
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
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
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from JapanTokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime characterJapanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to localsStarbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day FrappuccinoCherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura seasonStudio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
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
This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
10 awesome Tokyo cherry blossom festivals and experiences for this year’s sakura season
Godiva now makes tofu in Japan, and sakura chocolate tofu too![Taste test]
We find the best “homestyle” onigiri at a super local chain of convenience stores
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
The best Japanese cosplayers from Day 3 of Winter Comiket 2019【Photos】
It’s time to say goodbye to one of Tokyo’s most famous landmark meeting spots
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Petition started to stop Doraemon from constantly showing Shizuka in the bath
Is the new Shinkansen Train Desk ticket worth it?
How many married people with children in Japan admit to cheating on their spouse? Survey says…
Super Mario teams up with JR Kyushu for the perfect power-up steamed bun snack
