Father of baby girl gets a day off, plus a budget to enjoy it with.
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Graduating from Japan’s biggest idol group means liberation from its no-romance clause, and this former member has now found the love of her life.
Organizers hint that the beloved anime/video game franchise’s mascot himself might make an appearance on your special day.
Ten same-sex couples are filing a joint lawsuit against the Japanese government, calling for real marriage equality.
”By the way…,” says Hajime Isayama before slipping in a twist as surprising as any in his giant-slaying manga/anime.
Celebrate the completion of your quest to find your true love with a real-world version of the video game’s Ceremony of Eternal Bonding.
Sure, it sounds nice, but critics say the deeper meaning behind his choice of words spells trouble ahead.
Quite possibly the last Disney character we’d expect to be a love guru has the perfect answer to one young man’s dilemma.
It might sound like a match made in heaven (or at least a lovey-dovey romance anime), but two otaku don’t always make the right combination.
Man asks for advice on how to marry a voice actress, gets told he could be a bachelor for life.
Romantic moment in the air results in bride-to-be getting her wings clipped.
Approached Japanese man she met at cosplay event and offered to pay him to be her husband for visa purposes.
Wedding rings for men and women, plus an awesome Poké Ball box for when you pop the question.


















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Visit the mythical cave that hid the Sun Goddess in Japanese mythology
Adorable Totoro acorn key holders come with a special guest hidden inside[Photos]
Burning through cash just to throw things away tops list of headaches when moving house in Japan
Make your smartphone hard as a ruby in 5 minutes on the Tokyo subway
Osaka establishes first designated smoking area in Dotonbori canal district to fight “overtourism”
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Musical ekiben adds a tune to your train station bento meal
Will listening to Japan’s biggest earworm song for five hours drive you insane? Let’s find out!
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
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Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
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Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
Osaka establishes first designated smoking area in Dotonbori canal district to fight “overtourism”
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Musical ekiben adds a tune to your train station bento meal
Will listening to Japan’s biggest earworm song for five hours drive you insane? Let’s find out!
How to visit the cats of Jogashima Island Park on a “Tuna Ticket” from Tokyo
Flaptter flying machine from Ghibli’s Castle in the Sky brought to life!
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
New Japan rail pass gives you a week of free rides in a huge space to chase the cherry blossoms
Is Kyoto less crowded with tourists after China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning?【Photos】
“Recycling in Japan” or “Reasons to get it right and avoid eternal shame”
The 2023 Sanrio character popularity ranking results revealed