Clever analog visual effect makes it look like Totoro and Kiki are stepping into the real world.
My Neighbor Totoro (Page 12)
Celebrate Japan’s most traditional time of year with the help of these famous anime characters.
The authentic glasses are based on the ones worn by two bespectacled characters from classic anime films.
Filled with tiny details to delight fans of Spirited Away, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Howl’s Moving Castle too.
Beautiful new range comes with director’s penned notes and the signature of Hayao Miyazaki.
If you’re one of the many Totoro fans who’s dreamed about riding the Catbus, you’re going to get your chance.
Neither Japan nor the U.S. are the first countries to get the first collaboration between the anime studio and fashion brand.
Backpacks and pouches for the next time the classic anime inspires you to get out and explore nature.




















A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
All Tokyo public high schools abolish rules forcing students to dye non-black hair, underwear color regs
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
Japanese Twitter user illustrates the difference between schoolgirl uniforms in major cities
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
Japan’s mint chocolate season hits Family Mart with 14 new choco mint treats (and five superstars)
A century of love – How dating and marriage have evolved in Japan
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 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 Day
China’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
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
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
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
Japanese Twitter user illustrates the difference between schoolgirl uniforms in major cities
Psyduck teapot produced by Japanese craftspeople is here to serve up a headache-soothing cuppa
Japan’s mint chocolate season hits Family Mart with 14 new choco mint treats (and five superstars)
A century of love – How dating and marriage have evolved in Japan
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Entry to Tokyo’s Pokémon theme park zone has physical fitness requirement, will cost a lot
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
Krispy Kreme Japan’s sakura donuts are almost here!
Japanese restaurant chain installs tip boxes in response to foreign tourists leaving tips, sparks debate
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism