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What happens when we put our faith in a cab driver for local restaurant recommendations in Hokkaido?
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Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is “graduating”/being laid off
We almost cried on our first visit to this under-the-radar budget Italian restaurant in Japan
Totoro embroidered bags and pouches are as fluffy and cute as the Ghibli star himself【Photos】
This super cheap, super Japanese-looking Tokyo hotel is a hit with foreign travelers
Maker of Japan’s first crane machine is looking for a working model, offering 100,000-yen reward
Japanese pop idol A-chan reveals she’s always wanted to marry a fan, and she’s done it
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Oodles of noodles! Udon chain pays homage to all 47 prefectures of Japan with 47 dishes【Photos】
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- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Never forget that Mister Donut’s super-simple ramen is actually very hard to beat
The deluxe disappointment and basic brilliance of Japan’s oldest standing soba noodle chain
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Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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
One of Japan’s most beautiful hot spring towns announces new limits on number of day trippers
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Maker of Japan’s first crane machine is looking for a working model, offering 100,000-yen reward
Japanese pop idol A-chan reveals she’s always wanted to marry a fan, and she’s done it
Stay in a Tokyo hotel with a train driver’s seat in the room
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Oodles of noodles! Udon chain pays homage to all 47 prefectures of Japan with 47 dishes【Photos】
Foreign resident of Japan sentenced to eight months in prison for vandalizing Tokyo shrine
The 5 best Japanese bento to buy at Kyoto Station
Is the all-you-can-eat KFC buffet in Tokyo really as good as they say it is?
Kirby mochi arrives at Family Mart, but is it as sweet to eat as it is to look at?【Taste test】
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
Strap a slab of delicious grilled meat on your back with this new backpack from Japan
Starbucks releases an official green tea chai latte with special Japanese ingredients
New Zelda speaker sensors make every trip to the bathroom a Hyrulian adventure【Videos】
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