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!

















Three new starter Pokémon Jets to fly in Japan, first begins carrying passengers this month
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Uniqlo looks back to the very start of Pokémon with new black-and-white pixel art T-shirts[Pics]
Japan reacts to Donald Trump’s “Islamic Republic of Japan” remark
Solid gold Hedorah kaiju from the Godzilla series is now available to pre-order
Furby is now a sexy anime girl figure[Photos]
Studio Ghibli theme park’s new dessert is a drinkable version of Hayao Miyazaki’s pilot daydream
Family Mart changes its Famichiki packaging for the first time in nine years
Survey shows foreigners’ desire to work in Japan long-term dropping, but that’s not the whole story
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
A visit to Sri Lanka’s knockoff knockoff Uniqlo (no, we didn’t stutter) to see its rare “Pikachus”
Japanese airport rebrands itself as “Sushi Airport” to attract foreign tourists
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
New Mt. Fuji overnight bus takes travelers from downtown Tokyo straight to the most popular hiking trail
Don’t judge this Kiki’s Delivery Service book by its cover, because it’s not actually a book!
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Solid gold Hedorah kaiju from the Godzilla series is now available to pre-order
Furby is now a sexy anime girl figure[Photos]
Studio Ghibli theme park’s new dessert is a drinkable version of Hayao Miyazaki’s pilot daydream
Family Mart changes its Famichiki packaging for the first time in nine years
Survey shows foreigners’ desire to work in Japan long-term dropping, but that’s not the whole story
3-second salt company jingle becomes #1 karaoke song in Japan across all genres
Piko Taro is back to rock your world with bizarre new Super Cup ice cream video
McDonald’s Japan reveals new Pokémon collaboration range, covering McNuggets and lucky bags
Climbing season officially opens for Japan’s Mt. Hiyoriyama, the shortest mountain in the country
Giant Mewtwo statue disappears from real-life Pokémon Center in Japan, may be headed to America
Suntanned Hello Kitty steals the show in Japanese magazine’s Sanrio freebies
Japanese airport rebrands itself as “Sushi Airport” to attract foreign tourists
Foreign tourists staying in one part of Japan can now get nightly government hotel discounts
Yoshinoya and Dragon Quest slaying scalpers with shift to made-to-order collaboration merch