Pounded rice may be delicious, but it can be incredibly risky—especially in our current circumstances.
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Conveyor belt sushi chain Kura Sushi single-sizes osechi, creates new desserts to keep us company.
Pokemon Christmas and New Year’s goods will soon be on sale at all seven of Japan’s official Pokemon Center stores. Pokemon Christmas goods will be released on October 27 followed by Pokemon New Year’s goods on November 3.
Here’s a sneak peak!
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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
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Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
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Japan’s new sailor suit-inspired swimsuits bring classroom style to the beach
Tokyo has a brand new Harry Potter shop with its own butterbeer bar – Let’s see what’s inside【Pics】
KFC Japan Offering Free Trips to Osaka for Free All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken
The good, the bad, and the ugly of a vending machine sushi meal in Tokyo【Taste test】
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Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
We head to Nagoya for a nice cup of joe served fresh from a stepladder to your table
Japanese star’s makeup transformation goes viral online 【Videos】
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
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Haikyu fan event lets you step onto the court, see what it’s like to play with the anime athletes
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