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After leaving Tokyo, the original life-size Gundam is establishing a new base in another major Japanese city.
The technology is definitely there, but are your elderly relatives ready for you to drive robots around their houses?
If you’re old enough to be a Mazinger Z fan, you’re old enough to do what you want with your man parts.
We’re not sure if this counts as cosplay, but it looks exactly like the Disney pirate tale.
Ever wanted to prepare dinner with a replica of Gundam’s heat hawk mecha weaponry? Now you can.
If you’ve ever wondered what kind of booze goes best with what kind of Kit Kat, here’s your chance!
Anime eatery’s first branch in central Japan offers exclusive food and merch for mecha fans.
Surreal videos show event that led to the creation of four new couples, and might be a surprisingly good fit for Japanese society.
Stop-motion masterpiece is a whole new kind of Gundam animation.
The online identity of the ski slope sensation is revealed.
Broken Gundam and broken trust sparks Internet debate about whether or not her actions were justified.
Self-controlled robo guard scans for dangerous individuals and suspicious packages, would probably look adorable with a police officer’s uniform.















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
“Deflowering” services for virgin women are now a thing in Japan, apparently
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Mist descends upon Japan’s “Killing Stone” after ceremony to appease nine-tailed fox spirit
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Starbucks 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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Mist descends upon Japan’s “Killing Stone” after ceremony to appease nine-tailed fox spirit
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Sanrio’s Kero Kero Keroppi hops into restaurant biz with character cafe in Japan! 【Photos】
McDonald’s Japan releases “intense” McPork burger, prompts Michelin chef to create jam hack
American jackass tourist arrested after carving name into gate at Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine【Video】
Remote-control VR robots to start working in Japanese convenience stores this summer
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]