Six magical girls from the fifth arc of the anime franchise pair off with Sanrio partners.
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The Shibuya Incident would have been a whole lot more kawaii if these Sanrio stars had shown up sooner.
Luce is an attempt to form connections via “the pop culture so beloved by our young people.”
Cures Wonderful, Nyammy, and more characters from the hit series are headed to McDonald’s Japan in two batches of toys.
Rumiko Takahashi’s legendary martial arts comedy is back, and we take a look at what’s changed and what hasn’t.
AI project with major anime talent agency will allow for recreation of voice actors’ voices and translation into other languages.
After a three-year absence from animation, Hideaki Anno is coming back to help a new project for one of Japan’s most beloved science fiction series.
…and which are still worth visiting even if you’ve never watched or read the Hokkaido adventure anime/manga.




















Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
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
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Pocky recall issued in Japan after customers notice off-the-mark taste caused by unintended smells
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Hello Kitty theme park to be overrun by zombies this summer, young children barred from entering
Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
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
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
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】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
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
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Pocky recall issued in Japan after customers notice off-the-mark taste caused by unintended smells
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Hello Kitty theme park to be overrun by zombies this summer, young children barred from entering
Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo
What’s inside these 7-Eleven lucky bags?
Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Once you hear this lady sing “Yooooooghurppe”, you may never stop hearing it
Turn cleaning into a Nintendo video game with Roomba covers!
One IKEA item, two prices: Customers in Korea paying as much as 80 percent more than in the U.S.
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???