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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!

















Mr. Sato accosts award-winning actor Hideaki Ito【Interview】
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Tokyo cafe offers all-you-can-eat pancakes for less than ten bucks!
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
Mr. Sato interviews: One-on-one with Japanese Santa
All-you-can-eat yakiniku in Shinjuku for less than 10 bucks!
Can Kyoto supermarket takeout let you enjoy the local cuisine without fancy restaurant prices?
We try all-you-can-eat sushi for less than $8.50 at a restaurant in Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward
Awesome time lapse video shows Vietnamese artist carving amazingly detailed wooden Goku statue
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
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
Mr. Sato interviews: One-on-one with Japanese Santa
All-you-can-eat yakiniku in Shinjuku for less than 10 bucks!
Can Kyoto supermarket takeout let you enjoy the local cuisine without fancy restaurant prices?
We try all-you-can-eat sushi for less than $8.50 at a restaurant in Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward
Awesome time lapse video shows Vietnamese artist carving amazingly detailed wooden Goku statue
Mos Burger opens fried chicken ramen pop-up restaurant serving free food in Tokyo
Crazy new Pokémon chair makes no secret of your pure love for Poison-Type Gengar【Photos】
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
A visit to Japan’s Kirby Cafe to eat the Kirby car cake and more!【Photos】
We try the Lawson chicken nuggets that Katy Perry went nuts for on Japanese television
Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno opens up about his latest bout with depression, movie delays
We tried Mama’s Poop served fresh from a Tokyo eatery
Hot and handsome rickshaw pullers poised to become the newest crush of women across Japan