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Perfume have announced an autumn release date for a new bonus edition of their album LEVEL3. The worldwide release in October will come just before the Japanese girl group make their US concert debut in early November. LEVEL3 was released in Japan last year, and the worldwide re-release will be via label Astralwerks.
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in TokyoUniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping listKrispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Godzilla-shaped ice cream on sale in Tokyo near the sight his most adorable rampage
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
This upcycled Kyoto train cafe is the ultimate kawaii spring experience
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Deer are appearing in Osaka City, may have wandered there from Nara[Video]
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]