Here are the important dates and ways that you can vote for your favorite characters during the official voting period next month.
Kawaii
Let’s find out if a cute thing for one woman is still cute for another from a different country.
Complete with music and dancing, this is one of the most kawaii vending machines in all of Japan!
We get an expert opinion on the worth of the anime and voclaoid figures in the Kawaii Lucky Bag.
New limited-edition “meow parfait” captures the look and texture of a kitten paw for Cat Day.
We purchased a Pompompurin-themed bag to relive our childhood nostalgia and were pleasantly surprised at the practicality of the items.
The artist said to have created the kawaii aesthetic will feature in an exhibition celebrating his 90th birthday.
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Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
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Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Starbucks Japan has a new Frappuccino on the menu, but does it really taste like a cream puff?
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
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Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
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Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area- 7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits- Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train 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 character- Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
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Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
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
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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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
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7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
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All-you-can-eat doughnuts at Mister Donut: How many can we eat in 60 minutes?
Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
New Japanese Kit Kat flavour on its way, as finalists from international voting announced
Visiting the Kikyoya Shingen Mochi theme park takes some planning–but it’s a stop worth making!
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
This Rilakkuma-themed sofa is soft on your bottom, hard on your wallet
Deer are appearing in Osaka City, may have wandered there from Nara[Video]
Osaka man reserved and cancelled 1,873 seats at two baseball games to get more space for self
A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers
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