Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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We here at RocketNews24 take pride in introducing you to all manner of strange things to come out of Asia, which most definitely includes news about any bizarre inventions we see floating around.
This time, our “Pointless Asian Invention of the Week” is sure to make you chortle. Introducing the Napkin Table, the perfect portable table for whenever you find yourself out in the wilderness with your partner and need a place to picnic!
Japanese thug wear from Birth Japan perfect for those breaking bad next year
We put a can of condensed milk in a pressure cooker and the results are sweet and delightful!
Squat toilets’ popularity fading as parents call for them to be abolished in Japanese schools
We try the new Family Mart Uji matcha sweets before they go on sale in Japan
Super Mega Important Debate – Japanese squat toilets: Great or gross? 【Poll closed】
Japan now has potato chip-covered chocolate, and it’s amazing!【Taste test】
Can the iper regent hair style of ’80s Japan’s bad boy youth ever make a comeback?
How much difference does the choice of mold make in fermenting food?
Starbucks Japan releases the new Soupuccino, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Six non-traditional osechi New Year’s meals in Japan
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
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branchesDisillusionment 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 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 answerJapan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Japan now has potato chip-covered chocolate, and it’s amazing!【Taste test】
Can the iper regent hair style of ’80s Japan’s bad boy youth ever make a comeback?
How much difference does the choice of mold make in fermenting food?
Starbucks Japan releases the new Soupuccino, but is it everything it’s cracked up to be?
Six non-traditional osechi New Year’s meals in Japan
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Everyday Japanese names that make English speakers chuckle
Studio Ghibli fukubukuro lucky bag is a sell-out hit in Japan at New Year
Should you flush a Japanese toilet with your foot or your hand?
You can now buy a Japanese train station clock in Japan
Japanese vs. Western-style toilets: Squatty Potty stool gives us the best of both!
Cutest rice balls ever? Adorable new onigiri shop opening in downtown Tokyo【Photos】