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Japan is no stranger to robotics. From Asimov to Gundam, hi-tech development in both real and fictional worlds is almost taken for granted. Some days, we even wake up feeling a bit disappointed that Ghost in the Shell isn’t a documentary–though even that seemingly becoming closer to reality every day.
Here’s one example of robotics enhancing the lives of stroke victims–and looking good doing it, too!
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Should you warm up your convenience store onigiri rice balls in the microwave?【Taste test】
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
Tokyo day-trip hot springs: Beautiful Mt. Fuji-view bath is just one highway bus stop from Shibuya
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to TokyoBrand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flawJapan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration eventsWisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthdayBrand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited timeInjuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Should you warm up your convenience store onigiri rice balls in the microwave?【Taste test】
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
Tokyo day-trip hot springs: Beautiful Mt. Fuji-view bath is just one highway bus stop from Shibuya
Sayonara, paper straws? Starbucks Japan rolls out new biomass plastic straws, we test them out
Giant Chiikawa statues appear in one of Tokyo’s most confusing train stations【Photos】
10 awesome ice creams available from convenience stores in Japan
Mister Donut adds hot dog doughnuts to its menu in Japan…but are they any good?
We followed Tokyo’s mystery walking map and ended up creating our own bar-hopping adventure
NBA team logos – Now with added Pokémon!
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
The strange and funny nicknames Chinese netizens have given Western celebrities【Video】
Are shonen manga anthologies moving away from their traditional “boy-centered” content?