New Dragon Ball box set will feature 42 alternate covers by some of the manga industry’s most popular artists.
Shibuya Station
Real-world Delicious in Dungeon manga/anime food waiting for those who brave Tokyo’s Shibuya dungeon
Two accused perverts make a break for it by running along Tokyo train tracks on the same day.
Cast of occult hit shares hallway with characters from other popular manga.
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Symbol of loyalty turned into a sign of the times, but Tokyo authorities ask people to stop.
First signs of central Tokyo shutting down with the unprecedented closure of a youth hotspot.
Keep your wits about you — you never know what might appear as you walk these underground tunnels.
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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
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
New Japanese menstrual product seeks to help women spot unidentified iron deficiencies
How to make self-isolation tiramisu with simple ingredients【SoraKitchen】
We tried Korea’s way-too-big King Tonkatsu Burger at Lotteria 【Taste Test】
Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
Hayao Miyazaki says Happy New Year to Studio Ghibli fans with new art for Year of the Horse
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Cup Noodle tries an authentic Jiro-style ramen, but something’s not quite right
The best Starbucks Japan Frappuccinos we want to drink again in 2026
We revisited Sweets Paradise after a decade to see if Japan’s dessert buffet still delivers
That time Seiji called JASRAC to ask why he didn’t get paid royalties for his song being on TV
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
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 considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
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
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
New Japanese menstrual product seeks to help women spot unidentified iron deficiencies
How to make self-isolation tiramisu with simple ingredients【SoraKitchen】
We tried Korea’s way-too-big King Tonkatsu Burger at Lotteria 【Taste Test】
Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
Add a little magic to your meal at Mahou Dining Bar Osmand in Tokyo, now with escape rooms
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
More people in Japan quit sending New Year’s cards and many have started to regret it
Make a Burger King Whopper at home with new CooKING Burger @Home delivery set
Our writer of Korean descent weighs in on using Korean names in Japan
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself