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Sony Pictures Entertainment revealed its tie-in film posters its upcoming action comedy film Pixels. The film will feature the video game franchises Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Centipede, Galaga, Frogger, Q*bert, and Space Invaders. Several video game companies and license-holders — including Atari, Konami, Bandai Namco Games, Nintendo, Columbia Pictures Industries, Taito, and Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment — are collaborating with Sony Pictures on the film.
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Our reporter is willing to die on the pseudo-Italian restaurant Olive Hill
McDonald’s Japan hack: What happens when you put an apple pie inside a Big Mac?
Paying for prostitution isn’t illegal in Japan, but it could be soon
A trip to hell on Japan’s ‘vomit ship’: Is it as bad as everyone says it is?
Hardcore gamer refuses to let game save die, leaves his Super NES on for almost two decades
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Landlocked Japanese prefecture creates a new kind of fish, so how does it taste as sashimi?
We try European Cup Noodle Soba flavors to see which ones come out on top 【Taste test】Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuffForeigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on MiyajimaJapan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
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 TokyoStarbucks 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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
A trip to hell on Japan’s ‘vomit ship’: Is it as bad as everyone says it is?
Hardcore gamer refuses to let game save die, leaves his Super NES on for almost two decades
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Landlocked Japanese prefecture creates a new kind of fish, so how does it taste as sashimi?
We try European Cup Noodle Soba flavors to see which ones come out on top 【Taste test】
Interview with a banana carving master: We get advice on the art from Keisuke Yamada
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Moving to Japan as a foreigner to work as a taxi, bus or truck driver may be getting easier soon
Ukiyo-e Heroes: Amazing Nintendo woodblock prints created via traditional, handmade methods【Pics】
Japan manners debate: Is it OK to put a Mister Donut donut back on the shelf after taking it?
If I fits, I sits! Adorable kitten playing with tissue box finds even cuter surprise inside
Bacha Coffee opens in Japan…but is it worth the hype?