Pokémon’s actual creators take a moment to remind us that it’s not Nintendo who’s crafting Pikachu and his pals’ video game adventures.
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Pikachu is ready to help you beat the heat at this year’s amazing Pikachu Outbreak Pokémon fan event.
Ordinary people will be none the wiser, but fans will see paired-up Pocket Monsters congratulating them on their upcoming marriage.
Sure, maybe you’re too busy to cook, but there’s always time for the most famous Pokémon, right?
Boba balls replace Poké Balls in this new drink range featuring some of our favourite Pocket Monsters.
From spinning tops to gadgets that fire out discs, we can’t get enough of these limited-edition items.
Pikachu and his pals want to give you a very special hello as soon as you step outside Tokyo’s international airport.
Now you can make a fashion statement with these striking Pikachu and Jigglypuff boots … for a price.
After seeing how misguided this AI was in its analysis of Pikachu sketches, we had to give it a go ourselves.
Suspect Detective Pikachu gets transformed into something as cute as the real thing.
Sure, Piakachu is still adorable, but now he can also grow so large he could easily wreck a city.
Over 100 illustrations allow kids, teachers, and children’s hospital staff to create smiles and curiosity with the beloved anime/video game characters.
Talented felt artist recreates “Wrinkly Pikachu” in real life, and the result is simply adorable.



















New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Happy 40th birthday, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A!
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Skip Tsukiji sushi?!? This seafood-stock ramen restaurant is a great reason to do just that
New “boss’ treat” vending machines in Japan give out free drinks if you use them with a coworker
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
We bought the Mister Donut Pokémon lucky bag, and here’s what we got! 【Photos】
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
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 events
Wisteria 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
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Skip Tsukiji sushi?!? This seafood-stock ramen restaurant is a great reason to do just that
New “boss’ treat” vending machines in Japan give out free drinks if you use them with a coworker
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
We bought the Mister Donut Pokémon lucky bag, and here’s what we got! 【Photos】
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
This upcycled Kyoto train cafe is the ultimate kawaii spring experience
Mister Donut is offering all-you-can-eat donuts in Tokyo!
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
World’s only double-helix wooden structure, Aizu Sazaedo, is mysterious both outside and inside