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One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Here’s what US$90 worth of katsu curry looks like at CoCo Ichibanya: A mountain of cutlets!
Site of Japan’s most famous samurai murder is now a Kyoto karaoke joint
Cast of this summer’s live-action Naruto stage play looks more awesome than ever in new photos
This beautiful Nara inn was once home to a Living National Treasure
The good, the bad, and the ugly of a vending machine sushi meal in Tokyo【Taste test】
Top Japanese baby names for 2025 feature flowers, colors, and a first-time-ever favorite for girls
Tokyo police found our lost wallet, but the story of how they did made us feel empty
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- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
Step into Japanese culture with Converse’s new Japan-exclusive shoes featuring gods, sushi style
New Kyoto experience package lets you film epic samurai battles with your friends
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection
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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
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- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
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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Cast of this summer’s live-action Naruto stage play looks more awesome than ever in new photos
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The good, the bad, and the ugly of a vending machine sushi meal in Tokyo【Taste test】
Top Japanese baby names for 2025 feature flowers, colors, and a first-time-ever favorite for girls
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Pokémon doughnuts appear at Mister Donut, with all-new Pikachu and Foongus
Hello Kitty and twin sister celebrate birthday at Baskin-Robbins Japan with special merch, sweets
This is Japan’s, and the world’s, first capsule hotel, and you can still stay there
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino to its menu for a limited time, but is it any good?
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
Slowpoke Pokémon PC cushion is ready to help you feel great about not getting very much done
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