Osaka
Classic woodblock prints are animated and paired with perfume for a multi-sensory art experience.
There are two main types of okonomiyaki, but people in Hiroshima don’t like one of the names the rest of the country has for theirs.
We head to Osaka’s world-famous canal district and see who’s thriving and who’s struggling with the drop in travelers from China.
Finally a store that understands that sometimes it’s you who needs refreshing, not just your clothes.
Miyako Soba may not be what we’d expected for the oldest standing soba chain in country, but maybe it should have been.
Our ace reporter learns that the fried balls of octopus in Kansai are not quite what he expected.
We’ve compiled our favorite parts of this year’s event, including the largest-ever collection of special food, goods, and a new HamiKuma variant.
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New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
We recreate the delicious-looking meatball stew from Laputa: Castle in the Sky【SoraKitchen】
Giant rubber duck arrives in Osaka!
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Cherry blossom sake rice beer arriving in Japan well ahead of cherry blossom season, but how?
Old-school titillation: A trip to one of Tokyo’s few surviving “telephone clubs”
We taste the Adult Cream Pie from McDonald’s Japan
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
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Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
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Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Japanese young women reveal their top dealbreakers in a man【Survey】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
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Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating- Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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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
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
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420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Cherry blossom sake rice beer arriving in Japan well ahead of cherry blossom season, but how?
Old-school titillation: A trip to one of Tokyo’s few surviving “telephone clubs”
We taste the Adult Cream Pie from McDonald’s Japan
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Private booths are coming to Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains even sooner than we’d thought【Video】
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
Gorgeous Ghibli schedule books are here to help you get a jump on planning ahead【Photos】
We revisited Sweets Paradise after a decade to see if Japan’s dessert buffet still delivers
Bacha Coffee opens in Japan…but is it worth the hype?
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