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How do you feel about the state of anime nowadays?
That question is likely to draw some strong opinions from our readers. There’s no question that the past few years have produced a number of works critically acclaimed for their innovative plots and characters. But then there are some series that have built up huge fanbases for their…wait, why was that again? As one Chinese anime fan so eloquently put it, it’s almost as if these “mass-produced series” are on par with fast food…
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
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Our reporter is willing to die on the pseudo-Italian restaurant Olive Hill
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
Japan’s new wearable air conditioner belt is here just in time for the Tokyo heat wave
Starbucks Japan’s new clear coffee is like coffee for people who don’t like coffee
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Go Hatori turns his small Japanese apartment into a batting cage for only 500 yen
Four Shinto shrines to pray for love at in Japan to start the New Year
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 TokyoDownloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
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
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
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 MiyajimaIs China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
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 weaponNew 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
Japan’s new wearable air conditioner belt is here just in time for the Tokyo heat wave
Starbucks Japan’s new clear coffee is like coffee for people who don’t like coffee
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Go Hatori turns his small Japanese apartment into a batting cage for only 500 yen
Four Shinto shrines to pray for love at in Japan to start the New Year
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Hunter x Hunter teams up with Shimamura clothing chain for clothing and more treasures galore
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Okonomiyaki taiyaki: Sweet and savoury combination confuses the senses
Tonkotsu ramen chain Ichiran set to open first-ever non-pork broth restaurant in Tokyo
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times