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Time may have changed him, but we still have these nostalgic photos of how music legend David Bowie used to be.
Japan may be an awesome country, but for some Japanese people who’ve experienced life abroad, it’s just not for them anymore. Here are five reasons why.
New business model aims for US$855 million in profits in several years.
Built with wooden frames and light materials, the majority of Japanese homes are torn down and rebuilt from scratch once they begin to age. But one architect in Chiba had a slightly different idea…
Even if you haven’t caught Star Wars: The Force Awakens yet, you’ve probably heard about Commander of the First Order Kylo Ren. And his temper…
And just like that, 2015 was no more! It’s now January 1 all the way across Asia, which means it’s officially the Year of Monkey! Happy New Year, everyone!
We’ll be putting our feet up for the rest of today, but we promise we’ll be back tomorrow with more of the news, cuteness, cats, food, fukubukuro, Mr Sato and all the weird and wonderful stuff from Japan and Asia that you know—and hopefully love—us for.
Thank you for continuing to visit our site, share our stories and follow us on Twitter and Facebook (281K and counting!!), and for helping us to grow and grow. 2015 was very good to us, but here’s hoping that 2016 will fill us all with the sprightly energy of a whole mess of merry monkeys and that we can continue to make our little site even better—although hopefully without any poo-slinging.
Stay tuned, Rocketeers, and have yourselves a great New Year’s Day!
Ice cream taster; sleep research participant; full-time sperm donor. There are few jobs that could ever be described as truly enjoyable, but playing with an adorable panda cub is probably one of them.
When a reporter for popular social news site BuzzFeed ate at Ramen Jiro recently, Japan’s netizens had plenty to say about it!
We asked Japanese people to tell us the things foreigners say or think about Japan that really gets their goat—and they were happy to oblige! How many of these faux pas are you guilty of?
Amerika. Itaria. Kanada. The majority of countries are known in Japan by names that sound vaguely similar to their native monikers. So why on earth do the Japanese call the UK ‘Igirisu‘?
On November 28, the results of Japan’s first national survey about attitudes toward gay marriage were revealed. What kind of image did they paint of the people of Japan?
We all love candy, don’t we? But how would you feel about candy that, rather than tasting like peaches and cream, tastes like pork stock ramen soup?
While there is nothing “American diner” about Denny’s in Japan, the well-known family restaurant chain is going all-out Japanese with its new location in Tochigi Prefecture.
While the French still produce and consume the most wine per capita, Japan is continuing to grow as one of the biggest wine markets in the world — and they’re not afraid to show their passion for the beverage.
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Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
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Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Believe it or not, this isn’t a Tokyo vending machine – It’s a secret door to deliciousness
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Tokyo day-trip hot springs: Beautiful Mt. Fuji-view bath is just one highway bus stop from Shibuya
New Japanese-made Godzilla movie announced, looks to be first direct sequel since 1999
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Rice cooker kuri gohan and two more super-easy chestnut recipes to make this fall【SoraKitchen】
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Top Japanese baby names for 2025 feature flowers, colors, and a first-time-ever favorite for girls
Starbucks Japan releases new Christmas drink that can be topped with whipped cream
Studio Ghibli releases new Howl’s Moving Castle perpetual calendar
Beautiful Totoro bento box mixes classic and modern symbols of Japan
New Kyoto experience package lets you film epic samurai battles with your friends
Japan’s mini VHS anime home video replicas are the newest blast of capsule toy nostalgia【Pics】
Kagawa’s Udon Gummies are so hard to chew they come with warning labels
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Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train- Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Japanese hotel chain’s new service: A bed and pajamas for otaku travelers’ plushies
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
One of Japan’s most beautiful hot spring towns announces new limits on number of day trippers
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Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Tokyo day-trip hot springs: Beautiful Mt. Fuji-view bath is just one highway bus stop from Shibuya
New Japanese-made Godzilla movie announced, looks to be first direct sequel since 1999
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Rice cooker kuri gohan and two more super-easy chestnut recipes to make this fall【SoraKitchen】
Only 11% of Japanese people “willing to fight for their country”
Live out your own Roman Holiday by eating the same gelato that Audrey Hepburn ate…in Tokyo!
Japan’s mini VHS anime home video replicas are the newest blast of capsule toy nostalgia【Pics】
Japan is getting the cutest Pikachu donuts ever, and another Pokémon will make its donut debut
Baby Chanco: The Japanese baby with a full head of thick, lustrous hair
The Osaka-Kansai World Expo has lots of food and souvenirs, if you dare enter where they’re sold
New ‘floating’ 3-D signs at this Japanese train station make you feel like you’re in a video game
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
Twitter artist reimagines 64 pokémon as “Substitute” plushies to adorable results
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