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Usually, riddles are kind of an all-or-nothing deal. Either you figure it out and get to pat yourself on the back for being smart, or you get to spend a few frustrating minutes trying to find the answer before giving up and feeling like a dummy.
So it’s nice to come across something with a consolation prize, such as this puzzle from Japan that’s said to be harder to solve the smarter the are.
Now that she’s hit the big 4-0, Hello Kitty has been getting up to all sorts of mischief. She’s posed for the god of manga, been caught in hotel rooms and even joined the mile-high club.
However, Ms Kitty once had more cerebral pursuits in mind, having conquered the Rubik’s Cube by becoming one with it…literally. We take a look at the unique Hello Kitty puzzle – an awesomely cute mind-bender that offers a great sense of accomplishment to those who want to reconstruct the deconstructed cat.
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Traditional ukiyo-e masterpieces come to life in modern collaboration with tech giant NEC!
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
We traveled almost 400 miles to get popcorn from this ninja machine, but do we regret it?【Photos】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Akihabara pop-up shop sells goods made by Japanese prison inmates
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
The top 9 sakura cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan that you should know about
Japan’s Valentine’s chocolate Slimes let you say you say I love you like the Dragon Quest mascot
New series of Lovisia Pokémon lip creams are here to do battle with dry lipsStarbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time onlyJapan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stationsMcDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurryStarbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】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
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
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 JapanStarbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Akihabara pop-up shop sells goods made by Japanese prison inmates
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys to brighten your days
The top 9 sakura cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan that you should know about
Japan’s Valentine’s chocolate Slimes let you say you say I love you like the Dragon Quest mascot
New series of Lovisia Pokémon lip creams are here to do battle with dry lips
Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Bamboo trees vandalized near Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari shrine, foreign graffiti prevalent
Japanese vending machine serves up unique drinks at four Tokyo train stations
20 things to buy at the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store
What makes a good boss in Japan? Workers sound off in survey
Japan’s Cat Day comes to Family Mart convenience stores with huge line of feline-fun sweets, drinks