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Excavator Pikachu and a few of his extinct pals want to teach us about real-world fossils.
Prime minister declares goal of a Japanese astronaut becoming the first non-American to walk on the lunar surface.
Scientists use flashes of light in the brain to really wipe away memories…in mice.
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Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Michelin Guide gyoza in Tokyo: Worthy of the accolade?
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’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 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 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
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
Blowfish-shaped fugu bento appears to celebrate Japan’s Blowfish Day [Taste test]
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Michelin Guide gyoza in Tokyo: Worthy of the accolade?
Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
Does this Dormy Inn near Mt. Fuji offer the best business hotel breakfast in all of Japan?
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Get your work done inside Tokyo’s first convenience store private working booth
Nintendo’s controller capsule toys are so cool, even the machine you buy them from is awesome【Pics】
Here’s the Studio Ghibli cookbook recipe to make Lin’s Spirited Away sweets she gave to Chihiro
Can one man blow 10,000 yen at Tokyo’s cheapest Italian restaurant? The human otter finds out
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start