Pokemon (Page 40)
New merchandise proves it’s impossible for the beloved Pocket Monster icon to not look cute.
Even though the game discouraged people from playing, for some players, the benefits outweighed the risks.
Scary looking Pokémon that just wants to be loved continues to chase after its dream of becoming just like its idol.
Jeweler U-Treasure is joining forces with all your favorite pocket monsters so that you can brand them into cool accessories – by hand! Read More
Dance along with the adorable Pocket Monster, or stay in your seat and sing along with the equally cute lyrics.
Project Eevee teams up with convenience store Lawson to provide cute Pokémon packaging for the chain’s newest tasty chicken offerings.
An elegant rearrangement of an iconic piece of video game music history, plus where to hear the musician play live.
Shadowy ghost and poison-types get their moment in the sun, and of course there’s a new Pikachu item too!
We can’t say definitively that it’s the best, but 12 shiny Eevees in three hours is hard to beat.
Pikavee Special Trains let you ride the rails with Pikachu, Eevee, and their pals, and can even take you to the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo superstore.
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Make-your-own-Totoro plushie workshop event coming to Ghibli Park park this fall
Osaka man arrested for running little pet shop of horrors with dangerous crocodile
Family Mart releases 47 convenience store socks and stickers, one for every prefecture in Japan
Krispy Kreme Japan gets extra-local with adorable new Hokkaido snow fairy donuts
Japanese food hack says to soak your grapes in carbonated water, but is the fizz worth the buzz?
Yogurt and Japanese koji fungus is Japan’s latest food trend, but how does it taste? [Taste test]
One of Japan’s best convenience store egg sandwiches is one you won’t find at the big three chains
Tokyo no-map-app walk! Getting lost with Mr. Sato on the way to Kishimojin
Sendai Bank gifts babies their weight at birth in money upon opening a new bank account
Viral Yokohama cafe tops teas with mini teapots with a clever smoldering secret [Photos]
Weekly
Japan announces new permanent residency guidelines, foreigners must earn more than average Japanese person
Studio Ghibli’s Calcifer is ready to light up your home as a magical-looking candle lamp [Photos]
Japan’s first-ever conveyor-belt Sushi Bus announces Tokyo tour start date, reservations now open- Family Mart releases 47 convenience store socks and stickers, one for every prefecture in Japan
Foreign tourists get free Shinkansen tickets in Japan, and here’s how to claim them
Starbucks Japan says sayonara to the Filone for new sandwiches and a Pumpkin Soupuccino
Toys R Us is leaving Japan after 35 years in the country
Casio collaborates with a Kyoto foil master for a luxurious one million yen G-SHOCK- Make-your-own-Totoro plushie workshop event coming to Ghibli Park park this fall
Foreign tourist numbers drop in Osaka, despite record-setting highs from U.S. and Korea
Monthly
- Japan announces new permanent residency guidelines, foreigners must earn more than average Japanese person
- Family Mart releases 47 convenience store socks and stickers, one for every prefecture in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Pokémon collaboration with Pikachu Latte and exclusive goods- Studio Ghibli’s Calcifer is ready to light up your home as a magical-looking candle lamp [Photos]
Lady Gaga and Family Mart team up for a Japanese convenience store work video [Video]
New Gundam Base superstores coming soon in the U.S., with one opening this month
Studio Ghibli releases new plush mascot character collection with a focus on friendship
Studio Ghibli releases new onigiri rice ball-shaped lunch bag for Kiki’s Delivery Service fans
Do Japan’s new single-minded convenience store bento show depressing poverty or satisfying focus?
How to watch Studio Ghibli’s new anime in Japan, with a special after-dark outdoor screening for Halloween
Yearly
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
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]
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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Sendai Bank gifts babies their weight at birth in money upon opening a new bank account
Viral Yokohama cafe tops teas with mini teapots with a clever smoldering secret [Photos]
Nissin takes the lid off its first-ever Cup Noodle Point Program for you to win fun prizes
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Cuddly starry night Totoro and other Ghibli blankets set to keep you cozy in chilly months ahead
Foreign tourist numbers drop in Osaka, despite record-setting highs from U.S. and Korea
Starbucks Japan says sayonara to the Filone for new sandwiches and a Pumpkin Soupuccino
McDonald’s Japan officially changes its mascot’s name…to Ronald McDonald
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