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Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them

A vital service you’ll need to know about in the event of a disaster. 

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Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan

Assailant had previously been arrested on suspicion of violating the Stalker Regulation Law.  

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Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki releases new artworks, still wants to make movies

Four years in the making, the new Panorama Box series shows Miyazaki’s art is “evolving”.

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Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki is still drawing…and walking in his Vans

Evangelion director Hideaki Anno shares heartwarming photos of recent meeting with Miyazaki in his Tokyo atelier.

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Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years

A new dawn calls for Japan’s most famous cat…but who will be picking up the baton?

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Teacher stares down bear at school in Japan, saving students from harm

The glare of a vice-principal is enough to make a bear run away.

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Japanese airlines offer discounted fares to international tourists

JAL and ANA have surprising deals that allow you to see more of Japan while saving time and money. 

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What’s it really like to work at Starbucks in Japan?

Employee reveals the true highs and lows of the job.

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A close encounter with a dangerous criminal on a Shinkansen bullet train in Japan

Frightening experience shows that although Japan might be considered safe, you never know when you might have a brush with danger.

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Lawson changes its iconic egg sandwich, makes it bigger but smaller at the same time

Japanese convenience store icon gets a whole new look.

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Nekojita Fufu: Cute cat robot cools your drinks, becomes a viral sensation online

Japanese gadget now ready to be shipped around the world.

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Starbucks Japan launches new Chillax Soda drinks for summer

Starbucks and chill.

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Sukiya closes its beef bowl restaurants in Japan after rat and cockroach contamination

There are some surprises you don’t want in your gyudon…so we explore other options. 

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Japanese ambassador goes viral for being the “Paddington Bear of Ambassadors”

Kyoto-born ambassador gives new meaning to soft diplomacy.

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McDonald’s Japan renews the Samurai Mac, but not everyone will be happy with the new warrior

Stripping a samurai of one vital ingredient is like cutting Samson’s hair.

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Dinner in the Sky arrives in Tokyo, serves meals with a unique view above the city

Dangle your feet in the air as you enjoy a modern Japanese bento at this aerial restaurant.

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Kyotram brings new luxury look to public transport in Kyoto

Glamorous streetcar on historic tram line is ready to give you the best ride around town.

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Japanese curry bread achieves new Guinness World Record at Sapporo Snow Festival

Proof that karepan and snow are a match made in heaven.

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Ghibli Park holds spring matsuri festival with special events to celebrate one-year anniversary

Japanese anime theme park opens its doors to non-ticket holders with a special application system.

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Tourists in Kyoto cause chaos at railway crossing near Fushimi Inari Taisha

Overtourism leads to frightening scenes at a busy train crossing.

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