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Pop Tart
It’s the tale of the little Pop Tart space cat that could: YouTube video Nyan Cat has now been watched more than 100 million times online! In recognition of this momentous feat, we take a quick look back at where the perpetually smiling pastry pussy came from and how he stole our hearts, minds and computer screens.
Cold Stone permanently closing its final Tokyo branch, but why is the chain struggling in Japan?
Nekojita Fufu: Cute cat robot cools your drinks, becomes a viral sensation online
Bulbasaur burgers to eat and Pokémon to keep you company are part of Tokyo hotel’s summer plans
Kyoto’s crazy expensive luxury chirimen nut clusters cost as much as a lunch, but are they worth it?
Studio Ghibli releases My Neighbour Totoro rush pillows and mats to keep igusa culture alive
Randy’s Donuts Japan announces grand opening date for Tokyo, Japan-exclusive sweets
Japan starts selling smart salads in its new AI vending machine
Studio Ghibli music boxes bring anime music from My Neighbour Totoro into your home
Huge 301,390-square foot Demon Slayer anime rice paddy art project planned, Tanjiro will be eaten
Cheapest breakfast in Japan? Hidden find at Japanese supermarket costs less than US$1
Japanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】
Beds on a bus: Travel on Japan’s first-ever full-flat overnight sleeper bus from Tokyo
Japan’s official Hello Kitty Airport holds ribbon-cutting ceremony, now welcoming travelers【Pics】
We get our hands on some “Booby Ice Cream” from Kochi Prefecture
Life-size Nier: Automata sword going on sale, includes 2B’s voice if you swing it the right wayCheapest breakfast in Japan? Hidden find at Japanese supermarket costs less than US$1
Japan Super Budget Dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at Lawson?
Why is this cafe in Asakusa so popular with foreign tourists?
School suddenly changes field trip from 2025 Expo to Universal Studios Japan over safety concerns
Studio Ghibli bean bag plushies are ready to receive your love and affectionJapanese gamer furniture company creates cabinets just for collectible trading card gamers【Pics】Beds on a bus: Travel on Japan’s first-ever full-flat overnight sleeper bus from TokyoStudio Ghibli bean bag plushies are ready to receive your love and affection
Changes to Japan rail pass make it fall out of favour with travellers
Studio Ghibli bean bag plushies let you bond with animals of Princess Mononoke, Castle in the Sky
Explore Japan’s volcanic beauty at Hakone’s latest attractionJapan’s official Hello Kitty Airport holds ribbon-cutting ceremony, now welcoming travelers【Pics】
Sleep on Totoro’s belly with Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro Nap CushionWhy is this cafe in Asakusa so popular with foreign tourists?
Fake Japanese whisky countermeasures now include official Japanese whisky emblem
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengers
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Nintendo history you can feel – Super NES, N64, and GameCube controllers become capsule toys
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Randy’s Donuts Japan announces grand opening date for Tokyo, Japan-exclusive sweets
Japan starts selling smart salads in its new AI vending machine
Studio Ghibli music boxes bring anime music from My Neighbour Totoro into your home
Huge 301,390-square foot Demon Slayer anime rice paddy art project planned, Tanjiro will be eaten
Cheapest breakfast in Japan? Hidden find at Japanese supermarket costs less than US$1
Starbucks Japan launches new Chillax Soda drinks for summer
Japan’s new canned chu-hai with fresh lemon slice: disappointing gimmick or drink revelation?
Studio Ghibli now sells Totoro bubble blowers at its anime merchandise store in Japan
We eat at three Japanese family restaurants to find the one with the best-value breakfast
Design-your-own-Pokémon-T-shirt service launches at Uniqlo, dozens of species to work with【Pics】
Hot and cold — Shirtless muscle man shaved ice cafe now open in Tokyo
We investigate Sendagaya Tunnel and get a message from beyond【Haunted Tokyo】
Haku is…Chihiro’s dead brother? Studio Ghibli fans blown away by Spirited Away theory