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Meet “Miyazo” and “Zukkoro“, a duo based on Hayao Miyazaki and Toshio Suzuki, who come with an interesting backstory.
Studo Ghibli theme park will recreate multiple locations from Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, and Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Studio Ghibli answers Spirited Away fan questions, reveals exciting facts and trivia behind the film
Anime studio shares new production secrets, including the real inspiration behind the bathhouse.
Magical character from Howl’s Moving Castle makes the leap from the anime world and into our hearts and homes.
P.K. takes us behind the scenes and into the recording studio as he plays two characters in the latest film.
Tokyo’s other Halloween hot spot, divisively skimpy maid cosplay, ladies who loo stunning in their 60s, and Seiji’s transformation into Leonardo DiCaprio.
Director of Your Name, Weathering with You’s latest project is a supernatural road movie action adventure.
Anime version of A.F. Harrold novel marks Studio Ponoc’s return to feature-length theatrical anime.



















Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Pizza Hut Japan’s hot lucky bags are perfect for a New Year’s pizza party
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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
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
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Pizza Hut Japan’s hot lucky bags are perfect for a New Year’s pizza party
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
New KitKat pizzas are coming to Pizza Hut Japan
Japanese fisherman becomes TikTok heartthrob, shares cute dance videos while working at sea
Anime artist illustrates the differences between Japanese fashion now and ten years ago
Documentary about man with no limbs discusses what it’s like to be disabled in Japan
Rental grandma service growing in Japan, can help cook or break up with boyfriends
Satoru Noda’s Golden Kamuy manga series wins the 2016 Manga Taisho award
On a small island of 570 people, 92 are named “Amano” But, why?!
Too lazy to cook? Try these new ready-made meals from Japanese convenience stores!
Japan’s foreign tourist numbers projected to fall for first time in years in 2026