Space is awesome. There’s no one who can disagree with that. It’s a simple fact of reality! Spaceflight, satellites, astronauts and all that jazz are just some of the coolest stuff on the planet…uhh…in the universe!
Helping to make all that coolness a reality are the amazing government agencies NASA (from United States) and JAXA (from Japan), who are devoted to the exploration of the great dark void that surrounds our planet. They’re also great partners, often working together to bring missions to fruition, like the GPM (Global Precipitation Measurement) mission, for which JAXA developed something called the DPR (Dual-frequency Percipitation Radar).
And while their program is awesome, there’s actually something even more sweet to come out of this partnership: A gorgeous anime promotional video!
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Yoshinoya adds first-ever chain-wide ramen with new beef and pork-broth noodle hot pot meals
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
School textbook is withdrawn after “teacher” on the front is recognized as Japanese adult video star
Totoro embroidered bags and pouches are as fluffy and cute as the Ghibli star himself【Photos】
New Kyoto Starbucks has the beauty, historical pedigree to be a sightseeing attraction itself
Better know a train nerd: 36 different classifications for Japan’s “densha otaku”
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
School textbook is withdrawn after “teacher” on the front is recognized as Japanese adult video star
Totoro embroidered bags and pouches are as fluffy and cute as the Ghibli star himself【Photos】
New Kyoto Starbucks has the beauty, historical pedigree to be a sightseeing attraction itself
Better know a train nerd: 36 different classifications for Japan’s “densha otaku”
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
Inakaya Denim jeans are the latest farm-fresh Japanese-inspired fashion item
Hello Kitty Shinkansen Cafe: A delicious stop on the most kawaii bullet train in Japan
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
What are Lotteria Japan’s tsukimi moon-viewing burgers like this year?
Massive manga mural takes over Tokyo station to celebrate Jujutsu Kaisen【Photos】
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
Mr. Sato accosts award-winning actor Hideaki Ito【Interview】