Japan has a few, shall we say, unusual commercials that have raised eyebrows around the world. While you may laugh, when you think about it, it just shows that Japan’s marketers really know how to get the audience’s attention–and isn’t that the job of a commercial, to get people’s attention? We’d say so, and we think we may have found our favorite new eyebrow-raising Japanese commercial!
An exhilarating, upbeat sound track? Check. A simple, direct message that makes almost no sense at all? Check. Half naked people? Oh, holy hell, yes, check!
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
This is possibly the coziest train in all Japan thanks to onboard hot spring footbaths【Pics】
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
J-horror classic Ring 2 airing on Japanese TV with Zen monk offering prayers every time someone dies
Real Buddhist monk plays Super Mario Bros., recites prayers every time he kills an enemy【Video】
Who shall I be today? The amazing makeup skills of Zawachin
Japanese schoolgirls’ hemlines are still up, but socklines are way down
Mister Donut Japan to Change Product Ingredients for First Time in 42 Years
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
J-horror classic Ring 2 airing on Japanese TV with Zen monk offering prayers every time someone dies
Real Buddhist monk plays Super Mario Bros., recites prayers every time he kills an enemy【Video】
Who shall I be today? The amazing makeup skills of Zawachin
Japanese schoolgirls’ hemlines are still up, but socklines are way down
Mister Donut Japan to Change Product Ingredients for First Time in 42 Years
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Start planning for next year’s Halloween with this official Majin Buu costume
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Store where you pay to shoplift returns to Tokyo
Abysmal viewer ratings for Pokémon anime series does not worry its broadcaster the slightest bit