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The country’s symbol of spring is being spotted in mid-autumn, so we held a one-man sakura party to celebrate!
There’s no better time to come to Japan than fall, and no better way to spend your trip than by wandering through these crimson forests and gardens.
You know you’re in for a rough time when a storm freaks out someone who has literally seen all of the earth.
Appearance of frightening but beautiful Dragon’ Nest shows that summer isn’t ready to say good-bye just yet.
Mountain hiking trail looks as congested as any Tokyo-area expressway.
History buffs, nature fans, and Japanese culture enthusiasts will want to check out this island in the Sea of Japan.
On-camera reactions range from “yabai” to “seriously yabai.”
Kyoto has a heartbreaking message for visitors who carve graffiti on trees in the famous grove.
The care and patience given to the little duck family in the middle of downtown Tokyo is warming hearts around the country.
The often-overlooked Doto region of Japan’s northern island is off the beaten path, but should be on your itinerary.
Chichibugahama Beach looks like a Makoto Shinkai anime come to life, and is well worth a detour off the beaten travel path.
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Japanese proverb sternly reminds social media users about an often forgotten way in which cherry blossom trees are extremely delicate.
Tokyo college kid is ahead of the merchandising curve as he goes beyond itasha to show his love for this season’s hit camping anime.
Sakura season is coming to Japan much earlier than usual this year, and here’s when to expect them to be their most beautiful.

















Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
This standing sushi bar inside a Tokyo train station blew us away with its speedy deliciousness
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Japan now sells…sake made with moth poop?!?
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Starbucks Japan has a secret coffee press service that not many people know about
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Japanese-style accommodation at the new Premium Dormy Inn hotel in Asakusa will blow your mind
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Starbucks Japan has a secret coffee press service that not many people know about
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Japanese-style accommodation at the new Premium Dormy Inn hotel in Asakusa will blow your mind
Public restrooms in Osaka to get in-stall video screens with ads
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
We visit the Hello Kitty theme park to eat an adorable Sanrio meal
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】
How to make so, Japan’s 1,000-year-old dessert recipe that’s back in fashion【SoraKitchen】
Deer are appearing in Osaka City, may have wandered there from Nara[Video]
Fake police phone scam also highlights dumb stereotype about how foreigners speak Japanese[Video]
Japan’s hardest rice crackers, snacks of the shinobi, go soft, so do they have a reason to exist?
McDonald’s Japan presents newest McFlurry dessert — in a mystery Gudetama flavor!