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Normally, Shinkiba 1stRING features the physical feats of Japan’s pro-wrestling circuit. The ring is always packed with wrestling fans whenever there is an event, but what happens when there is no wrestling? Partying, obviously! On August 9, with the looming threat of Typhoon 11, people gathered for a one-of-a-kind party in Japan, possibly the first of its kind: a music festival that mixes bumping beats with…clear lube?!?
World’s first Ice Whopper now on the menu at Burger King Japan
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
We test out Daiso’s “High-Quality Stereo Earphones” and find a pair that actually impressed us
Top coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
Visit the birthplace of the Japanese daruma in Gunma Prefecture
Travis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
Watermelon-looking rice balls go on sale in Tokyo, bring Mr. Sato bitter memories of regret
This super easy cold Korean spicy ramen dish will make summer 100 times more delicious
Yuzuru Hanyu launches own YouTube channel, fans flock to subscribe
How to turn your leftover instant ramen broth into delicious chawanmushi Japanese egg custardTop coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
We try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
Go shopping with our Japanese reporter as he experiences Costco in the U.S. for the first timeWorld’s first Ice Whopper now on the menu at Burger King JapanTravis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
We fall in love with a bucket of Japanese custard pudding【Taste test】
Saitama man’s 7M-yen Rolex stolen after leaving it alone with “potential buyer” for two minutesThis super easy cold Korean spicy ramen dish will make summer 100 times more delicious
The most expensive ice cream in Japan? Metallic soft serve frays the nerves of staff who make it
Starbucks Japan’s new cream pie’s looks are freaking people outSaitama man’s 7M-yen Rolex stolen after leaving it alone with “potential buyer” for two minutes
Studio Ghibli releases free bulletin board illustration to “use within the bounds of common sense”
New Princess Mononoke accessory line has Kodama for your ears, wolves for your fingers【Photos】
Cases of people getting unwanted crabs skyrocketing in Japan, salmon too
The entire Pokémon Red and Blue Kanto region map, built as a 3-D diorama, looks amazing【Photos】
Princess Mononoke 25th anniversary lineup includes cute plushies, fierce magnets, expensive bowls
Jimmy Choo designs limited edition Crystal Boots for Sailor Moon’s 30th anniversaryTop coplayer Enako lingerie cosplays new line of One Piece intimate apparel【Photos】
We visit izakaya in Thailand billed as “Middle Aged Man’s Paradise”, try food that’s illegal in JapanWe try Starbucks’ buzzworthy (and slightly gross) new cream pie to see how good it really is
Mandarin orange peels aren’t trash, they’re treasure! Three chimpi tips to reuse your mikan skins
Move over grilled cheese — we’ve discovered the tastiest toasted sandwich yet【Recipe】
One Punch Man manga artist’s amazing “practice” drawing is so good we think he might not be human
Sony’s wearable air conditioners selling like cold cakes in heat-stricken Japan
How to use the new floating hologram registers at 7-Eleven
Liev Schreiber’s son deemed “too beautiful” in Japan
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Japanese woman finds better way to make potato salad, we may not be able to go back to old style
Miss Universe 2021 Japan entry slammed for wearing “dead person’s kimono”
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
Travis Japan, the hot Japanese boy band winning hearts through America’s Got Talent【Video】
Watermelon-looking rice balls go on sale in Tokyo, bring Mr. Sato bitter memories of regret
This super easy cold Korean spicy ramen dish will make summer 100 times more delicious
Yuzuru Hanyu launches own YouTube channel, fans flock to subscribe
How to turn your leftover instant ramen broth into delicious chawanmushi Japanese egg custard
Go shopping with our Japanese reporter as he experiences Costco in the U.S. for the first time
Make soy sauce eggs in minutes with popular new Japanese product from Daiso
Proclaim dedication to your special pirate-someone with deluxe One Piece-inspired jewelry
Manga pro’s sixth-grade son floors the Internet with his amazing manga art
Literal breastplate will give you a cosplay-ready, anime-class bust in seconds 【Photos】
W.T.F. Japan: Top 5 most perfectly translated Pokémon names【Weird Top Five】
Japanese Mame Shiba Inu banknote design pays homage to nation’s beloved dog
50-year-old Japanese woman pulls off amazing Love Live! anime idol cosplay【Photos】