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Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Which Gundam is the favorite for fans in different countries? Gundam election announces results
Japan’s prime minister exchanges Dragon Ball kamehamehas with president of France[Video]
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Japan Travel: Explore a hidden cave on a tiny monorail roller coaster thrill ride in Nara
The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Japan’s top five retro hot springs for a time trip back to the onsen past, as chosen by travelers
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
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Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor- Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
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Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026- Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
- Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character- Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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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 home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
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Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
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The Almost All Lettuce Burger from Dom Dom Burger really lives up to its name
Japan’s top five retro hot springs for a time trip back to the onsen past, as chosen by travelers
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
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We spent a night in a Tokyo hotel staffed by robots 【Photos】
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Japanese conveyor belt restaurant delivers food by boat in Tokyo
This standing sushi bar inside a Tokyo train station blew us away with its speedy deliciousness
KFC sells rice bowls in Japan, but are they finger-lickin’ good? 【Taste Test】
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