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Sadako (Page 2)
What happens when you combine one of the cutest, most beloved mascot characters in the world with one of the most terrifying characters in modern Japanese fiction and cinema? You get “Sadako Kitty”, or Kitty dressed up as Sadako, the character from the hit Japanese horror series “The Ring”. Of course, it’s Hello Kitty, so she’s still cute, but she does look quite different from her usual self. Read More
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan’s foreign tourist numbers projected to fall for first time in years in 2026
Man with face covered in tattoos admits to repeatedly headbutting Tokyo store clerk【Video】
New KitKat pizzas are coming to Pizza Hut Japan
We tried 12 different gummy candies from a Japanese supermarket and found the most delicious one
We visited a “terrible” Japanese hot spring hotel near Narita Airport
TeamLab Planets: Walk up a waterfall and catch koi fish at new digital art museum in Tokyo
Almost exactly half of the new adults in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward are foreigners
We visit a Brazilian buffet in Shimane Prefecture, eat so much beef and sausage we forget dessert
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10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branchesOur 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goalStarbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant 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 monthRamen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
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 saysStarbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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 visited a “terrible” Japanese hot spring hotel near Narita Airport
TeamLab Planets: Walk up a waterfall and catch koi fish at new digital art museum in Tokyo
Almost exactly half of the new adults in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward are foreigners
We visit a Brazilian buffet in Shimane Prefecture, eat so much beef and sausage we forget dessert
Village Vanguard’s most expensive Black Lucky Bag sets an ominous tone for 2026
Japan’s reverse maid cafe lets cosplaying customers play the part of maids in Tokyo
The Chirori is a compact traditional Japanese cooking hearth for your modern home
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
One Piece Lego sets both are and aren’t the first-ever Lego anime collaboration【Photos】