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Dramatic and delicious teaser shows off Japan’s newest plan to protect itself from the hungry kaiju.
Our reporter also spotlights some of her favorites from across the kawaii eras of Hello Kitty, whose 50th anniversary celebration is next year.
Suntans, schoolgirls, ninja, and sushi chefs all part of 50th birthday celebration for the Sanrio star.
The battle for the heart and stomach of fast food fans gets started, and our taste buds are the battleground.
After family, friends, and lovers, two more “nothing-special happy times” get their moments in the cozy anime spotlight.
A record number of Japanese seniors are re-entering the workforce to combat an aging population–but also because they just want to.
Pokémon Happy Meals come in an adorable yellow box that’s making those of us in Japan green with envy.
If you’re looking to take the red pill and see the real Shibuya, this place will help you get there.




















Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Japan’s Human Washing Machine pods are now on sale for home use, and they’re not cheap
Mr. Sato presents the salad rice cracker showdown (no salads involved)【Taste test】
Shiratani Unsuikyo: The breathtaking anime setting where Princess Mononoke was born
The joy of pancakes, and why they might kill you
Updated Japan cherry blossom forecast maps move up predicted start of sakura season
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
Japan’s craziest burger chain takes menchi katsu to new extreme levels
Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of Tokyo
Viral Japanese cheesecake from Osaka has a lesser known rival called Aunt Wanda
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
Japan’s Human Washing Machine pods are now on sale for home use, and they’re not cheap
Mr. Sato presents the salad rice cracker showdown (no salads involved)【Taste test】
Shiratani Unsuikyo: The breathtaking anime setting where Princess Mononoke was born
The joy of pancakes, and why they might kill you
Updated Japan cherry blossom forecast maps move up predicted start of sakura season
Mipig Harajuku: We visit the new micro pig cafe in Tokyo
20 things to buy at the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store
The fish in rural Fukui that rivals Japan’s most auspicious sea bream
What does “Konnichiwa” really mean? Understanding Japanese greetings
Imperial Hotel Tokyo offers crustless bread…in the sense that it never had crust to begin with
Passing the JLPT N1 — Here’s how I did it, so you can too!
Japan just had its first same-month foreign tourist decrease in four years
Starbucks teams up with Japanese illustrator Shogo Sekine for cheerful sustainable drinkware line