Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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Working at a lottery counter or kiosk must be a drag. You have to watch other people win big and hand over cash everyday while probably making a less than stellar salary yourself.
So it comes as no surprise that one lotto shop employee in Sakai city succumbed to the temptation to pocket someone else’s big winning ticket for herself and telling them they lost.
Japan has only one airport named after a samurai, so let’s check out Kochi Ryoma【Photos】
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 1]
How to cook miso soup (the right way) in a few simple steps【RocketKitchen】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
Matsushima restaurant offers all-you-can-eat sashimi in as many ways as you can dream it【Photos】
The five-patty Lotteria burger wasn’t big enough, so we made a 35-patty burger instead!
Japanese travelers choose the top five inn cats that they want to meet in the whole country
Brand-new Cardcaptor Sakura Cafe opens in Tokyo this week, with Kero-chan calling the shots
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom 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 2026Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourismThe 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to localsTake 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]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
Matsushima restaurant offers all-you-can-eat sashimi in as many ways as you can dream it【Photos】
The five-patty Lotteria burger wasn’t big enough, so we made a 35-patty burger instead!
Japanese travelers choose the top five inn cats that they want to meet in the whole country
Brand-new Cardcaptor Sakura Cafe opens in Tokyo this week, with Kero-chan calling the shots
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Sailor Moon on ice! Skater Evgenia Medvedeva appears in costume for first official ice show【Pics】
Japan’s 10 most beautiful hydrangea spots to visit【Photos】
Japan’s bathhouse-themed bar replaces hot water with unlimited alcohol
Tokyo trains now have new first-class Green Cars, but are they a sell-out hit?
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom drinks and food at Reserve Roastery Tokyo
Wagyu Burger opens in Tokyo, serving up highest-grade beef at reasonable prices
The dream of all-you-can-eat Japanese convenience store fried chicken is now a reality