You know what they say…when you get knocked down, get right back up again, unless you’re being besieged by adorable puppy dogs.
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It’s not fire, and it’s not food, but every Japanese person immediately understands the symbol that has the rest of the world scratching their heads.
Both the children and the adults have gotten in on the fun while also sharing their future dreams (and lamentations).
Actually, he does care, but about kids from impoverished homes, not about making money from his octopus dumpling business.
The following is essential reading for parents, and possibly mental health professionals too.
As usual, ice cream is the answer to our problems.
Combines modern technology and old-school carpentry in a way that puts ordinary science fair projects to shame.
Learned everything covered in class? You get 100 percent. Learned more than what was covered in class? Then you get a bonus.
Check out his YouTube page for the amazing drumming, stay for ways to donate to western Japan disaster relief.
Here’s one way to keep your kids’ hands off your phone…and possibly give them some nightmares to boot.
After repeated visits to indoor amusement park for kids, son feels just like a lot of grown-ups do.
There are no wrong answers, as long as you’ve got the right question.
The latest movie from Toei Animation’s PreCure series showcases every single magical heroine from the series’ 14-year run. Let’s get dancing!
After standing up for classmate and becoming bully’s target herself, elementary schooler decided to send a message that took years to be heard.
When Mom is a professional-level illustrator, mother/daughter art projects can be truly incredible.
Exasperated mom says cute animal characters are showing young students exactly what not to do in life.
Troubling statistic is coupled with an additional one-in-four saying they’ve heard the word, but don’t know what it means.
Stance that the sanctity of the sumo ring is tarnished by female presence extends all the way down to elementary school-age kids.
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Studio Ghibli calendar figures are back, look amazing whether you check the date or not[Photos]
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Japanese recipe for Tempura Twinkies takes America’s favourite snack to a whole new level
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Enoshima’s magical night lantern festival is back this summer with spectacular views
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Japanese airport rebrands itself as “Sushi Airport” to attract foreign tourists
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Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
New Mt. Fuji overnight bus takes travelers from downtown Tokyo straight to the most popular hiking trail
7-Eleven Japan releases chocolate cookies that taste like freshly baked melon bread
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Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country- Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad- Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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- Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo- Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]- Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】- Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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Solid gold Hedorah kaiju from the Godzilla series is now available to pre-order
Survey shows foreigners’ desire to work in Japan long-term dropping, but that’s not the whole story
Burger King Japan goes viral for its new Big Mouth Dirty, but is it really worth the hype?
McDonald’s Japan reveals new Pokémon collaboration range, covering McNuggets and lucky bags
Shake Shack has five regional shakes hiding on the menu in Japan, and here’s how to find them
Japan’s Pokémon hot spring reinstalls all damaged statues, adds no-touching rule
Furby is now a sexy anime girl figure[Photos]
Hatsune Miku crosses over into the real world in Coolish videos with Hoshimachi Suisei[Videos]
Studio Ghibli theme park’s new dessert is a drinkable version of Hayao Miyazaki’s pilot daydream
3-second salt company jingle becomes #1 karaoke song in Japan across all genres
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