Governmental organization says your potential boss shouldn’t ask if you want to get married, where you were born, or what kind of car you drive.
marriage (Page 7)
The MemoReplay is an extraordinary custom wedding performance that guarantees no guest will forget this special day. Bring a handkerchief!
Japanese government votes to amend laws, bringing down age of legal adulthood but raising marrying age for women and gender reassignment surgery.
In the name of the moon, pledge your eternal love to someone special with Usagi’s very own engagement ring from Mamoru!
Exasperated wife says “OK. Should I pick something up for us instead?” is the wrong answer.
Marriage agency Zexy thrills Japanese viewers with a makeout montage both moving and mortifying.
New father makes mental note of the economic upside of breastfeeding, passes those savings on to his beloved wife.
Beautiful dress comes from beautiful friendship, reminds us that sometimes the best cosplay outfit is one you make for someone else.
Think Japanese businessmen don’t care about their wives? This one does, and he’s got no time for anyone keeping him from taking care of her.
Hint: marriage might be more likely to go well if the sight of your beloved-to-be doesn’t make you throw up a little in your mouth.
Bad news for the country’s declining birth rate is accompanied by rosier development about divorce.
Internationally beloved actress explains why her new husband is “awesome” anyway.
Tokyo-based employer’s limited-time offer helps anime fans better enjoy life with their 2-D spouse.
MOST POPULAR
Today
Studio Ghibli adds new Jiji’s baby plush toy to its anime merchandise range in Japan
Tokyo sweets store has a “350% Pudding Soft Serve”, and people are going wild for it
Beautiful off-the-beaten-path spot near samurai castle in rural Japan looks like a Monet painting
Japanese figure skating star Yuzuru Hanyu and Winne-the-Pooh announce crossover merch line [Pics]
Shinto shrine in downtown Tokyo announces cosplay ban
Wagyu ramen for foreign tourists appears in Kabukicho, with a very high price tag
Studio Ghibli releases new Kiki’s Delivery Service Jiji music box for anime fans
McDonald’s Japan’s new Chiikawa Happy Meal figures are here![Photos]
This awesome Japanese arcade chain has crane game coaches to help you win prizes
Did you know? Only one Beard Papa’s in all of eastern Japan sells soft serve in a cream puff
Weekly
Japanese toilet aims to attract foreign tourists but not everybody is happy about it
New Japanese vending machine at Shinkansen station sells cups of ice on platform
Anime fan in Japan arrested for ordering and cancelling over 4.3 billion yen in anime merch
Starbucks Japan teams up with Traveler’s Company for new stationery and goods collection
Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
Beautiful Totoro bonsai figure needs no watering, makes soothing rain showers whenever you want
Japan’s new beer glass is designed to force you to drink…water [Video]
End of a manga era as Weekly Shonen Jump’s circulation drops under one million
Kochia calling: Right now is a great off-season season to visit this beautiful Japanese park
This beautiful rural Japan river is a great alternative to touristy summer retreats [Photos]
Monthly
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Air-conditioned dress shirts arrive in Japan to save working professionals from sweltering heat
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Cup Noodle unveils first-ever cold-water instant ramen in Japan- Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Yearly
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]- Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Wagyu ramen for foreign tourists appears in Kabukicho, with a very high price tag
Studio Ghibli releases new Kiki’s Delivery Service Jiji music box for anime fans
McDonald’s Japan’s new Chiikawa Happy Meal figures are here![Photos]
This awesome Japanese arcade chain has crane game coaches to help you win prizes
Did you know? Only one Beard Papa’s in all of eastern Japan sells soft serve in a cream puff
Stray cats almost became classified as an invasive species in Japan but the change was overturned
Japan’s new beer glass is designed to force you to drink…water [Video]
This Japanese chopping board sanitising bag might be the handy kitchen gadget we never knew we needed
7-Eleven Japan adds new doughnut-like tonkotsu ramen fried chicken to its hot food section
Are Japan’s room-temperature curry packets the boxed lunch heroes we’ve been looking for? [Taste test]
Japanese convenience store food gets turned into hyper-realistic stationery you can peel open
Over 1,400 cities in Japan see foreign population rise, total populations drop in new statistics
This beautiful Okinawa beach gives you the best of both worlds when visiting the prefecture [Pics]
This beautiful rural Japan river is a great alternative to touristy summer retreats [Photos]
-
