restaurants (Page 49)
Yes, you can get beef bowls, but there’re also desserts, unlimited coffee refills, and everything mobile workers and students need.
New Hard Rock Cafe location in the ancient Japanese capital offers unique food items including this “raindrop cake” made from Kyoto water.
Ramen chef has had it with rude customers from his own country, so he’s cast them out of his noodle paradise.
Japan’s boba obsession heads into the world of ramen, but is it worth eating? We find out.
Its founder started out with a street-side food stall in Japan’s samurai era, and his restaurant is still serving customers in Tokyo today.
We spend some time with an expert noodle chef and find out what it takes to become one-star certified.
Budget-friendly chain uses Japan’s best green tea for menu so mouthwatering we’re ready to eat them as our main course.
Music-themed restaurant doesn’t want to rock the boat and instead incorporates local cultural into its design and food items.




















Pokémon Card Stores requiring facial recognition scans for entry in Japan in latest anti-scalper move
Starbucks Japan brings back the Caramel Waffle, but is it as good as it used to be?
A roadside hair salon stall in China made us Norway’s Haaland for US$1, and warmed out hearts too
Japanese government okays plan to create a backup capital city
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Japanese Shinkansen welcomes overnight guests for one night during summer festival
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Cup Noodle releases cold-water instant ramen in Japan, but can it really be made with just cold water?
Kodama Shinkansen trains on popular Japan route get a whole new look this winter
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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
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]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japanese Shinkansen welcomes overnight guests for one night during summer festival
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
61-year-old Kyoto man arrested for playing guitar and radio too loudly for seven years
Studio Ghibli adds new Ponyo glassware to its anime lineup for summer
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Dance with demons in Kyoto at this Edo-period Japanese Halloween festival