Japan (Page 5)
Because when your ad contains the line “It’s like cherry blossom comes out of your ass hole!” you know it’s going to be a game-changer.
“You know you’ve been in Japan too long when you start bowing on the telephone” is an old classic. But how about those things that, even if you haven’t been here long, still make you stop and think, yup, this is definitely Japan!
A Japanese university student shares her most memorable observations after a short visit to an American university town.
Scientists call for more education after a study finds that a huge number of Japanese people are afflicted with a condition that causes their private parts to appear blurry.
Because what better way to showcase an eye for precision than to build a miniature obstacle course for marbles?
Because there’s no better way to welcome spring than with a sweet serving of sakura and matcha.
If you were lucky yesterday, you got some chocolate. If you were really lucky, you got some of this chocolate!
Always be prepared, or so the boy scouts’ saying goes. And with this bizarre spring-loaded, condom-dispensing belt, you will be!
Celebrate 20 years of catching ’em all with Pokémon Center Japan’s new line of throwback goods.
Apparently, some Japanese men really don’t like to eat alone in public. But are they simply too shy, or is there something else going on?
Japanese beverage maker Suntory has just announced it will be releasing its first-ever cherry blossom-flavoured Pepsi this spring.
You don’t need expensive tools or high-tech drawing tablets to create works of art—all you need is a roll of humble masking tape.
Where do Japan’s young witches and wizards go to hone their magical abilities? Why, Mahoutokoro on the island of Minami Iwo Jima, of course!


















Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Paying for prostitution isn’t illegal in Japan, but it could be soon
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
This ice cream spoon uses your body heat to get the perfect scoop, costs more than most desserts
Japanese fashion label’s samurai chino pants are on the move again with new colors
When is the right time for a love confession in Japan?
Cupcakes almost too beautiful to eat! Adding a Japanese touch to cake decorating
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
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
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
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
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
This ice cream spoon uses your body heat to get the perfect scoop, costs more than most desserts
Japanese fashion label’s samurai chino pants are on the move again with new colors
When is the right time for a love confession in Japan?
Cupcakes almost too beautiful to eat! Adding a Japanese touch to cake decorating
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Maiko beauty secrets: Skincare tips from Japan’s apprentice geisha
Japan’s super easy sweet potato spread lets you make sweet potato bread thanks to Don Quijote
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Tokyo travel hack: How to enjoy a free sightseeing boat tour around Tokyo Bay
People in Tokyo found over 4 billion yen in lost cash last year and turned it in to the police
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film