junior high school
We take a closer look at some of the entries selected by Gen Z and Gen Alpha Japanese schoolgirls and suddenly feel very old.
The number of truant elementary and junior high school students in Japan is also the highest ever recorded.
Logistical mishaps and contradicting guidelines hinder what could be one of the best ways to lower COVID-19 community transmission.
Assistant Language Teacher quickly learns that Japanese doesn’t always translate properly into English.
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology says that in three years teachers might get their holidays to themselves.
Studying is much more exciting when you can imagine yourself dating one of the textbook characters.
Threatening to cut people up with a knife is not the best way to go about airing frustrations.




















Japan has omurice chocolate, and the weirdest thing isn’t how it tastes
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
Why are the Los Angeles Dodgers wearing the caps from Nagoya’s professional baseball team?
Yokohama restaurant serves fried axolotl, along with giant isopod, camel, and crocodile
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
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
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
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
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
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
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
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
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
Why are the Los Angeles Dodgers wearing the caps from Nagoya’s professional baseball team?
Yokohama restaurant serves fried axolotl, along with giant isopod, camel, and crocodile
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Japanese balloon jellies, or “Tengu’s Treasure”, are a very unique souvenir
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
These 19th-century Japanese miniature landscapes show that size isn’t everything
Rental grandma service growing in Japan, can help cook or break up with boyfriends
These Guys Keep All Their Cuteness Even When Cooked! We Try Deep-Fried Axolotl in Osaka
Set your hair with the awesome new Cardcaptor Sakura Sealing Wand anime hair dryer