Four different designs bursting with adorable Ghibli characters and good-luck symbols from Japanese culture.
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Notice posted in Japanese, English, and Chinese says “Ghibli has not authorized these activities and intends to take strict action, both civil and criminal.”
With scenes adorable and awesome, these DIY papercraft kits are as easy to love as they are to transport.
“Usseewa” singer and One Piece voice actress seems unclear on how long it takes to learn a foreign language.
Anno working with other key members of the Evangelion and FLCL staff on a brand-new Gundam series full of teenage girl angst and robot team battles.
Adorably fuzzy versions of the Studio Ghibli anime stars will give fans warm and fuzzy feelings of joy.
Ranma is back on TV with a new anime series, and back in Japan’s character cafe circuit too!
Creator Kentaro Miura’s dark fantasy leads line of apparel salutes to enduring classics of the manga world.
From Ashitaka hoods to Tatarigami curse arm coverings, the style of the Hayao Miyazaki anime movie can be with you on your next foray into the wilds.
Proportion of in-app purchases coming from Japan is almost nine times as big as the player base.
Melonbooks announces change to payment options, even orders already placed may be affected.
Six magical girls from the fifth arc of the anime franchise pair off with Sanrio partners.




















Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japanese woman sues man for 1.5 million yen for violating her “right to chastity”
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
Has China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning shortened queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Tokyo?
Dagashiya Ahiru Shop is a hidden gem for Japanese snacks lovers
Own a pair of secret camera shoes? The police should be by shortly for a visit
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Japanese communities giving their skylines a spring clean and saying goodbye to power lines
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
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】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Dagashiya Ahiru Shop is a hidden gem for Japanese snacks lovers
Own a pair of secret camera shoes? The police should be by shortly for a visit
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Japanese communities giving their skylines a spring clean and saying goodbye to power lines
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Sanrio brings some smiles to Evangelion with new collaboration merch line【Photos】
God of Manga Osamu Tezuka’s nude female drawings to be shown at Tokyo art exhibition
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Ramen restaurant etiquette reminder follows altercation with angry couple: One person, one bowl
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Family Mart opens first clothing store in Tokyo