Twenty-four enchanting images of China now available to us thanks to quite the unexpected source.
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Bear sacrifice, female tattooing and fish-skin boots are all hallmarks of Ainu culture. Join us as we learn about Japan’s indigenous people and watch an intriguing video about their way of life.
How many times can a man be fooled by amazing cosplay photography? The answer, my friend, is quite literally blowing in the wind.
Missing out on the 67th Sapporo Snow Festival? Check out some of the snow sculptures that have been popular on Twitter!
Anime’s hottest new hero has no hair, but that’s no problem for this dedicated fan who cosplays as One-Punch Woman.
Everyone thinks of big bellies when they envision sumo wrestlers, but it turns out the pros have gigantic hands too.
Stroll through hidden alleyways filled with lights and lanterns in this beautiful homage to the night in Tokyo.
Japanese vending machines always get lavished with attention but now it’s time for their trash cans to step into the spotlight.
Time may have changed him, but we still have these nostalgic photos of how music legend David Bowie used to be.
From breastfeeding mothers to merchant towns and an evening party with kimono-clad girls in Kyoto, these newly released artworks and photos of old Japan are simply captivating.
Coming of Age day is a huge deal for young adults in Japan, which means insane clothes, cars, and…bungie jumping?
Even if you haven’t caught Star Wars: The Force Awakens yet, you’ve probably heard about Commander of the First Order Kylo Ren. And his temper…
Comiket 89 is now underway at Tokyo Big Sight from December 29-31. Check out our photo montage of the best cosplays from Tuesday’s opening day!

















Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
Tokyo’s Hana Yori Dango cafe features cool 3-D art panels of anime hunks and special desserts
Japanese YouTuber talks candidly about sex education with fresh flair and funny anecdotes
Can our writers’ taste buds pick out the luxury kamaboko fish cake from these two?
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japan’s new Melon Pan slices: Simply pop them on bread and heat and eat
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki gets a happy ending to his broken eraser tale
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Japan Extreme Budget Travel! A trip from Tokyo to Izumo for just 30,000 yen [Part 2]
Japan’s craziest burger chain takes menchi katsu to new extreme levels
Sakura Festival in Chiyoda mixes illuminations, boats, music, and Rilakkuma in the heart of Tokyo
Viral Japanese cheesecake from Osaka has a lesser known rival called Aunt Wanda
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
Can our writers’ taste buds pick out the luxury kamaboko fish cake from these two?
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japan’s new Melon Pan slices: Simply pop them on bread and heat and eat
Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki gets a happy ending to his broken eraser tale
Netflix announces new My Melody/Kuromi Sanrio stop-motion series【Video】
New Studio Ghibli exhibition brings anime movie magic to cities around Japan
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
Over four billion yen in lost cash was found in Tokyo last year, setting new record
7-Eleven Japan now sells bagels…cooked in bamboo steamers
The mystery of the phantom “sake pass card” at Japanese alcohol vending machines
McDonald’s changes its packaging in Japan for the first time in six years