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Monty
Monty is a four-year-old rescue cat who’s amassed fans from all over the world. He suffers from a rare chromosomal abnormality causing him to be born without a nasal bridge. And Monty’s owners are hoping their cat will show the world that ‘looking different doesn’t mean you can’t be fantastic!’
Join us after the jump for more adorable photos of this happy little chap!
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Ramen shop manager arrested for punching self in the face and pretending he was robbed
Chocolate Totoro cream puffs and cakes coming to Japan’s Ghibli bakery for Valentine’s Day【Pics】
Shinjuku izakaya’s all-you-can-eat-and-drink plan is one of Tokyo’s best secret cheap eats
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
Eating Tokyo’s most expensive pancakes required us to go through a security check
The 20 best anime magical girls, as chosen by 10,000 Japanese fans
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experienceIs China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Japan’s suicides fall to lowest recorded number ever, but one demographic hits all-time high
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s DayChina’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminatingYokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
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 TokyoStarbucks 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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
New smartphone game turns car models into anime girls with model-worthy looks
Eating Tokyo’s most expensive pancakes required us to go through a security check
The 20 best anime magical girls, as chosen by 10,000 Japanese fans
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
“World’s most beautiful Starbucks” gets a makeover in Japan, but is it still beautiful?
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
We investigate a haunted rail crossing and get chased by a 156-year-old ghost!【Haunted Tokyo】
Overweight, bald, or cheap? Japanese women pick the man they’d least want to marry in survey
The new Namacha reminds us that not all bottled green teas are created equal 【Taste test】
Private teleworking booths–how much work can you get done in one? We test it out
Who knew Daiso’s 100-yen kitchen knives can become shockingly sharp with the right tools?【Video】
Playing with middle-aged men: What’s with the new rash of “oji-san” smartphone apps?
Make miniatures of your miniatures with this kit from Mozu