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Whether working late or partying late, people lacking the stamina for an all-nighter and missing the last train home in Japan are primarily left with two rather expensive options: taxi or hotel.
Well, in the not-so-distant future, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government may provide a more wallet-friendly third option, buses and trains operating 24 hours a day.
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Kyoto’s green tea sweets capital now has matcha ramen too!【Taste test】
Japanese man gets drunk and falls asleep on Tokyo streets, then gets robbed by foreign national
We get some outside help making a pro drinking meal from 7-Eleven【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
How to make a lucky sushi roll with KFC fried chicken skin【SoraKitchen】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station’s west side: Quite possibly best spot in Japan for Pokémon GO
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weaponYokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Japanese young women reveal their top dealbreakers in a man【Survey】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【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
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminatingJapan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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
We get some outside help making a pro drinking meal from 7-Eleven【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
How to make a lucky sushi roll with KFC fried chicken skin【SoraKitchen】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station’s west side: Quite possibly best spot in Japan for Pokémon GO
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
I can’t believe it’s not fish eggs? Taste-testing Japan’s imitation “almost ikura”【Photos】
Traveling with Totoro (and Kiki too)! Official Studio Ghibli suitcases go on sale
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Family Mart service brings local Hokkaido goods to your local convenience store this month
Final Fantasy and Shinkansen announce collaboration with in-train audio play, SD art and merch
