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From November 23rd 2012 until February 11th 2013, you can experience interstellar travel right here in Tokyo!
With the opening of Star Cruise Planetarium in Roppongi Hills, you can travel to a station on Saturn and see the Earth 137 light years into the future thanks to a wide-screen 3D display and a moving model of the solar system. It all happens at the Mori Arts Center Gallery, in the Mori Tower on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills. Read More
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
There’s a new world’s largest anime robot statue, and it’s not in Japan【Photos】
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
Here’s the best spot to take in a panoramic view at “the most beautiful Starbucks in the world”
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Japan’s ultra-convenient unregistered prepaid train cards return after nearly two-year absence
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in JapanJapan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration eventsWisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to TokyoBrand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
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 birthdayJapan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Japan’s ultra-convenient unregistered prepaid train cards return after nearly two-year absence
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Manga meat can be yours to eat in the real world with Manga Meat Bone kitchenware【Photos】
Burger King Japan’s new Ninniku Garlic Burger does not live up to the hype
Mr. Sato shares his own secret Ministop hack to help save the ailing convenience store
Japanese minimalist retailer Muji launches new set of disaster preparedness kits
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Japanese government creates new word for cruelly hot summer days
Omedetou! Toyama Bay is inducted into The Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves