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A few weeks ago the Pokemon Company revealed the 3DS LL Pikachu Yellow, a limited edition version of the handheld console purchasable by preorder at Pokemon Center stores from August 25 to September 14.
To the surprise of no one, Japanese customers lined up outside and waited for over 4 hours to purchase the device, clearing out stocks at Pokemon Centers in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka on the first day.
While North America and Australia are still have a week to wait before they can get their hands on the Nintendo 3DS XL, Japan is already getting its first limited edition version of the little giant: Nintendo 3DS LL Pikachu Yellow.
Tokyo Station’s ultra-rare cakes look, and taste, like a cup of coffee
Studio Ghibli unveils new fluffy purses from films like My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away
Entry to Tokyo’s Pokémon theme park zone has physical fitness requirement, will cost a lot
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japanese pop idol A-chan reveals she’s always wanted to marry a fan, and she’s done it
Super Mario kimono, Bowser underwear part of gigantic Nintendo/Japanese fashion brand collab
Kingdom Hearts Keyblades open the doors at new Tokyo Disneyland hotel rooms【Photos】
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekibenBrand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
One of the busiest stations in Tokyo is changing the name on its signs, but not necessarily to make it easier for people to find their way around.
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
Never forget that Mister Donut’s super-simple ramen is actually very hard to beat
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
JR Hokkaido train driver in trouble for reading book about trains on stopped train
Sanrio and Sonic the Hedgehog characters become fast friends with new plushie collectionBrand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Tokyo bento boxed lunch shop charges different prices depending on how heavy your laptop is
Studio Ghibli anime stoles are here to keep you warm with a range of famous characters
Japan has vending machines that put protective film on your phone for you — Here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Totoro fountain figurine recreates the sights and sounds of one of anime’s most memorable scenes
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas Frappuccino and holiday drinks for 2025
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
One of Japan’s most beautiful hot spring towns announces new limits on number of day trippers
Japanese pop idol A-chan reveals she’s always wanted to marry a fan, and she’s done it
Super Mario kimono, Bowser underwear part of gigantic Nintendo/Japanese fashion brand collab
Kingdom Hearts Keyblades open the doors at new Tokyo Disneyland hotel rooms【Photos】
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Pokémon doughnuts appear at Mister Donut, with all-new Pikachu and Foongus
Buying Japanese concert tickets may get even harder for foreign tourists with new government plan
Death of a Japanese man attacked by bear sparks conversation about what to do when facing off with one
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
Biting Pokémon faces and butts is all part of the game in this new Mister Donut collection
Japan’s famous Suica Penguin JR train pass card mascot is “graduating”/being laid off
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Giant digital sumo wrestler now stopping trains at Tokyo station【Video】