seasonal
We make a simple dish with the fruit that would make Crayola proud by cooking it with…pork?!
Baristas are casting spells on Starbucks drinks so we find out if we can resist their charms…
Looking for a scenic outing this month? This lakeside park in Shiga will leave you transfixed with all of its autumn glory.
Two of the country’s best coffeehouse chains go head to head in this battle of seasonal flavours.
We indulge in all five new offerings to determine how the new ones compare with those of autumns past.
The two limited-time donuts, which can only be purchased at one location in the whole country, combine fall flavors with traditional ingredients.
Häagen-Dazs Japan rolls out a perfect, leveled-up mitsuimo sweet treat for this autumn season.
One of the first glimmers of spring is the appearance of this seasonal beverage that uses real cherry blossom petals and leaves.
The popular ice cream chain recently introduced two new limited-time matcha flavor variations to celebrate the advent of spring.
When it comes to limited-edition beverages, Pepsi continues to rise to the occasion year after year. And just when we thought we’d seen the last of Pepsi’s seasonal releases for 2015 with their mystery-flavoured Halloween range, they go and announce a special Christmas present, with the release of a new Pepsi White Cola for this year’s winter season.



















Popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ichiran’s lucky bags are great value for money
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
Japan’s Shinkansen trains are getting a Super Mario makeover【Pics】
Cup Noodle mystery meat instant rice returns to Japanese stores after a seven-year absence
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
KFC Japan introduces a new burger 8 years in the making
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Yoshinoya adds first-ever chain-wide ramen with new beef and pork-broth noodle hot pot meals
New fish discovered and named “Vanderhorstia supersaiyan” for obvious reasons
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowd sizes in Nara?
Studio Ghibli stamps lift your spirits with motivational phrases from Totoro
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Is Kyoto less crowded with tourists after China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning?【Photos】
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Tokyo hotel lets you make your stay a Sanrio one with special My Melody and Kuromi rooms【Pics】
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Japan’s Shinkansen trains are getting a Super Mario makeover【Pics】
Cup Noodle mystery meat instant rice returns to Japanese stores after a seven-year absence
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
KFC Japan introduces a new burger 8 years in the making
Saitama senior arrested after calling telecom provider 24,000 times to complain
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Japan’s first-ever capybara cat cafe opens in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli holiday wreath adds a touch of Kiki cuteness and good fortune to your home【Photos】
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
Octopus tentacle ear plugs coming to Japanese capsule toy machines
Japanese city creates giant bread bed photo spot for limited time
Photos of Complete Strangers: Japan’s new strange, and strangely compelling, capsule toys【Pics】