Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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What started off as a basic robbery attempt turned into a mortifying experience for one wannabe robber in Fukuoka Prefecture. Seriously, either the konbini gods were conspiring against him or he met his ultimate match in an old woman, but either way, his attempt at crime was completely foiled thanks to an unusual series of events.
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Has China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning shortened queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Tokyo?
We check out the new apartment building construction site area that opened in KidZania Tokyo
Made-to-order onigiri rice ball hotel breakfast buffet in Tokyo is open (and awesome) to all
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Cup Noodle’s Nissin develops space ramen, space curry rice for astronauts to eat among the stars
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Masterpieces of Japanese art brought to you through cake and cookies
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in JapanJapan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowd sizes in Nara?
Japanese town suing resident for being a jerkStamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
Japanese police attempting to clamp down on “zombie cigarettes”Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourismNintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
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】
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Cup Noodle’s Nissin develops space ramen, space curry rice for astronauts to eat among the stars
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Masterpieces of Japanese art brought to you through cake and cookies
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
The best Japanese cosplayers from Day 1 of Summer Comiket 2019【Photos】
Is Tokyo’s real-world Kamurocho as dangerous as the Yakuza games’ setting? Mr. Sato investigates
Starbucks Japan releases new range of pink drinkware and gift cards for Mother’s Day
12 beautiful Japanese train stations by the sea
Make a Burger King Whopper at home with new CooKING Burger @Home delivery set
Japanese airlines offer discounted fares to international tourists
Pizza Hut’s new Oreo pizza is like nothing we’ve ever eaten before
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Chansey Pokémon Park in Japan helps a region heal from disaster