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Set your heart aflutter with an impressive 92 goods from six nostalgic and beloved stories that first ran in Ribon.
Joy is here, with an array of our favourite characters, and vehicles, from famous Ghibli films.
Princess Mononoke anime characters highlight the beauty of nature…and the Japanese language.
Characters from Spirited Away, Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbour Totoro appear in this cuddly anime collection.
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Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
We almost cried on our first visit to this under-the-radar budget Italian restaurant in Japan
Tokyo Station’s ultra-rare cakes look, and taste, like a cup of coffee
Japan’s plus-sized idol singer group releases new video about the joys of eating【Video】
Eating “adults-only” potato chips sends over a dozen Tokyo high schoolers to the hospital
Kyoto tea store collaborates with local winemaker to create deliciously green matcha white wine
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Temple in tiny town in Japan transforms into otherworldly beauty on special summer nights
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- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
Never forget that Mister Donut’s super-simple ramen is actually very hard to beat
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
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Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collection- Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
One of Japan’s most beautiful hot spring towns announces new limits on number of day trippers
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Eating “adults-only” potato chips sends over a dozen Tokyo high schoolers to the hospital
Kyoto tea store collaborates with local winemaker to create deliciously green matcha white wine
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Temple in tiny town in Japan transforms into otherworldly beauty on special summer nights
Survival tip: fashion an emergency long-lasting oil lamp from a can of tuna with this life hack
Sanrio brings some smiles to Evangelion with new collaboration merch line【Photos】
Soon-to-be-demolished, historical host club opens up its doors to family-friendly fun【Pics】
Kirby mochi arrives at Family Mart, but is it as sweet to eat as it is to look at?【Taste test】
Every weekend is an itasha car show at Akihabara’s UDX parking garage
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Fisherman’s izakaya serves up awesome fresh seafood in Tokyo
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