relationships (Page 4)
J-pop star reflects on the people she’s had to say goodbye to, and why that can hurt like nothing else.
According to BS Fuji’s top dog, there’s a reason why making romance dramas in Japan is an uphill battle.
Wants to help people find spouses who don’t meet their preferences for age, income, or education.
Ever had the water go cold on you suddenly while you’re in the shower? That may have been your wife getting “puchi” revenge.
An entire pack of Pikachus wants to wish you and your sweetheart all the best as you start married life.
Three brackets make up the majority of financial expectations, but some women require a lot more.




















Why you shouldn’t call this food “Hiroshimayaki” if you’re talking to people from Hiroshima
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
This is Japan’s, and the world’s, first capsule hotel, and you can still stay there
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Nintendo releases Metroid-shaped ice cube/cooking tray and Samus arm cannon pillow【Pics】
World’s most passive-aggressive restroom found 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
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
We go on a quest to find the cheesiest sushi at Japanese conveyor belt sushi chains【Taste test】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Nintendo releases Metroid-shaped ice cube/cooking tray and Samus arm cannon pillow【Pics】
World’s most passive-aggressive restroom found in Tokyo
Stunning Japanese restaurant is like eating in a samurai residence
7-Eleven now sells rice burgers in Japan, blurring the line between fast and convenience store food
Believe it or not, this isn’t a Tokyo vending machine – It’s a secret door to deliciousness
W.T.F. Japan: Top 5 ways to get rid of the annoying door-to-door NHK guy 【Weird Top Five】
Popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ichiran’s lucky bags are great value for money
Our reporter tries amemonaka, the traditional sweet from Niigata Prefecture
Petition started to stop Doraemon from constantly showing Shizuka in the bath