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Remember Xiao Qiong, the Taiwanese anime subway mascot we introduced you to last month? If you thought she was cute, just wait till you check out her new partner in crime who takes the moe madness to dangerous new levels.
We’re proud to present the second mascot character of Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit System (高雄捷運, or KMRT for short). Everyone, say hi to the blonde bombshell Emilia!
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
Which of Japan’s main coffee shop chains is best for a caffeine-free life?
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
7-Eleven Japan now sells bagels…cooked in bamboo steamers
Japan asked to vote on what to officially call insanely hot days
Japan’s most mysterious vending machine sells fukubako, boxes filled with…something【Photos】
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Taste-testing Japan’s three biggest convenience stores store-brand cup ramen【Taste test】
Nara deer shikadamari phenomenon continues to baffle visitors at Nara park
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of TokyoSilicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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 homeJapan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Japan asked to vote on what to officially call insanely hot days
Japan’s most mysterious vending machine sells fukubako, boxes filled with…something【Photos】
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Taste-testing Japan’s three biggest convenience stores store-brand cup ramen【Taste test】
Nara deer shikadamari phenomenon continues to baffle visitors at Nara park
Kyoto schoolgirl arrested after failing drug test for marijuana use
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Ado and GRe4N to perform at One Piece Day 2024, live and streaming
Take it From a Native! Recipe for Delicious Japanese Curry as Found at Coco Ichiban
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Family Mart opens first clothing store in Tokyo
Crazy-huge triple-decker wagyu hamburger steak will draw you to Akihabara even if you hate anime
Frozen sushi appears in Japan, but is it any good?
Japanese samurai randoseru backpack lets you carry the bushido spirit with you wherever you go