Pokemon (Page 4)
Honorary Pokémon governor of Udon Prefecture has a treat that might be even tastier than his tail.
New Happy Meals give us a taste of what it would be like to share your home with a bunch of extra-cute Pokémon.
A shot of caffeine to wake you up, and a Poké-place to take a nap once you’re ready for some Zs.
Comix Wave Films animates story of post office Dragonite with soundtrack by American composer.
Full-scale, self-standing Psychic/Fairy-type is even bigger than other life-size Pokémon plushies we’ve seen.
Beautiful display of Japanese care and attention brings warmth to this snowy tourist site.
They don’t come with a toy, but Pokémon Trainers will receive something they’ll probably like even more.
While you’re seeing how your footprints measure up to Pikachu’s and Snorlax’s, these mats are measuring something else.
Proportion of in-app purchases coming from Japan is almost nine times as big as the player base.
Looks like we’ll need to save even more room for Poké-desserts (not that we mind, of course).




















Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks
Burger King’s new sumo burger thuds into Japan…but is it worth the hype?
Top 100 manga of all time chosen by survey of 150,000 Japanese people
This ramen restaurant has no name, is one of the best hidden finds in Japan
Japanese company engineers soft toys that will nibble your finger, for folks who are into that
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
One Piece teaming up with 5 NCAA basketball teams
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
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
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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
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
Top 100 manga of all time chosen by survey of 150,000 Japanese people
This ramen restaurant has no name, is one of the best hidden finds in Japan
Japanese company engineers soft toys that will nibble your finger, for folks who are into that
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
One Piece teaming up with 5 NCAA basketball teams
One Piece celebrates 25th anniversary with awesome new Uniqlo T-shirt line tracing series’ history
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Fujisan View Express: A train journey to Mt Fuji so stylish you’ll never want it to end
Yokohama’s iconic Red Brick Warehouse is now transformed into a hotpot and sake tasting venue
10 new fall anime series that our Japanese reporter recommends you watch
Does a poopy butthole translate to lottery-winning riches in Japan? The results are in!
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day