”Pack rice” and frozen rice leftovers can both save you time, but how much money does the cheaper option save you?
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Before you ignore the future consequence, take a moment to remember something important from the past.
This gadget attempts to solve your procrastination problems and help you focus to get the job done.
If it’s good enough for your bedsheets, it’s good enough for your baby! Social media collectively wonders why they didn’t think of it first.
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With mosquito season here, Japanese Twitter learns a quick and easy way to deal with the pests.
Many fans say anime isn’t for little kids, but this cosplay solution makes use of something that is.
Home-made “bombs” aren’t lethal, let you swap insect invaders for a pleasant smell.
When they’re done holding your keys, let your anime keychains start a second career decorating your home.
Method involves no chemical cleaners, one household appliance.
Keep your figurines dust-free and set up in beautiful environments with this easy idea from Japan!
Having trouble playing the game with one hand holding onto your umbrella? Now we’ll show you how to stay dry while keeping both hands free for catching Pokémon!
Arms tired from holding your smartphone in front of you all day? We’ll show you how to make this ingenious “Poké-Han“ mobile gaming accessory!

















A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Japan has omurice chocolate, and the weirdest thing isn’t how it tastes
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Naruto jerseys coming to Major Leage Baseball theme nights, Hello Kitty to take over a field
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Roland, king of Japan’s host club scene, shows us his self-isolation routine【Video】
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Roland, king of Japan’s host club scene, shows us his self-isolation routine【Video】
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Studio Ghibli releases new plush characters that turn into eco-friendly reusable shopping bags
Discount super market’s super cheap bento wows us with its looks, confuses us with its taste
Have a cool summer, say Totoro and No Face with Ghibli towel-type pillowcases【Photos】
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
Studio Ghibli stamps lift your spirits with motivational phrases from Totoro