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What could be a better way to stave off boredom the cold than by dressing your kitty up with a regal lion-like mane?
That’s exactly how Japanese Twitter users have been entertaining themselves this past week–only the “mane” is actually made from the fluffy material of a boot covering purchased at one of Japan’s favorite 100 yen stores, Daiso. Whether the cats themselves are amused or not is a different story…
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Record number of foreign children in Japan need help understanding Japanese in school
Crane games in Japanese convenience stores getting more and more popular, especially with tourists
What’s inside the McDonald’s Japan fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
One Piece devil fruit ice cream coming back to Baskin-Robbins Japan
Mister Donut makes matcha lovers swoon with new Gion Tsujiri collection
Look stylish while working out on the daily with these crazy geta sandals
Rurouni Kenshin sumi-e prints are the most wanted holiday gifts on our wish list
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
This hot springs town in Japan sets fire across a mountain every winter in a beautiful tradition
Gundam and Reebok team up for new GQuuuuuuX Pumps【Photos】
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demandJapanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in JapanTokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answerJapan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
What’s inside the McDonald’s Japan fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
One Piece devil fruit ice cream coming back to Baskin-Robbins Japan
Mister Donut makes matcha lovers swoon with new Gion Tsujiri collection
Look stylish while working out on the daily with these crazy geta sandals
Rurouni Kenshin sumi-e prints are the most wanted holiday gifts on our wish list
How to get your money’s worth at an all-you-can-eat crepe challenge in Japan
The cosplay of Tokyo Game Show 2014 【Photos】
Studio Ghibli producer makes bombshell anime revelations during online Q&A
Twitter user finds incredibly clever way to reuse Japanese capsule toy containers
Tokyo all-you-can-eat tonkatsu pork cutlet restaurant is all we need for a happy meal