Natsuki Gojo
Our resident makeup expert walks us through the steps to become everyone’s favorite clairvoyant kid.
Our reporter shares her pro tips for applying wound makeup for her masked, zombie version of fan-favorite Harley Quinn this year.
We test whether Kate’s kogao masks help with one of Japanese women’s most desired beauty goals.
A makeup studio augmented all her feline facial features until she could pass for Bombalurina!
A wedding gown for less than 50 bucks? This sounds like a job for SoraNews24’s fashion expert.










Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
All Tokyo public high schools abolish rules forcing students to dye non-black hair, underwear color regs
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Cup Noodle maker Nissin teams up with thick-broth ramen chain for instant ramen rice[Taste test]
We visit Tokyo’s new all-plant-based cafe “Komeda Is □”
Ghibli Park abolishes ticket lottery system, creates new multi-zone pass
Expensive Japanese nail clippers: Are they worth it?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
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
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
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】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
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
Cup Noodle maker Nissin teams up with thick-broth ramen chain for instant ramen rice[Taste test]
We visit Tokyo’s new all-plant-based cafe “Komeda Is □”
Ghibli Park abolishes ticket lottery system, creates new multi-zone pass
Expensive Japanese nail clippers: Are they worth it?
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki says the anime industry’s problem is that it’s full of anime fans
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
Studio Ghibli glasses cases let anime characters keep an eye on your spectacles
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
We try a traditional Tokyo dish of stewed loaches, encounter something we’ve never seen before
Police in Japan find dismembered body of father in attic of son’s condominium
Ghibli Park announces new ticket system, adds flexibility and low-priced options