This is where you’ll find Japan’s largest cave, a BBQ by the sea, and a rural hotel where Russian President Putin slept in a room behind bulletproof glass.
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From modern art to Shinto shrines, Data analysis group releases its list of top photography spots from 2018.
While out for a stroll in Ginza, he found a portal that seemed to take him not just to another place, but another time…twice.
Sometimes it’s not how much you steal, but where you steal it from that really gets you in trouble.
This beautiful detour, hidden in plain sight, serves as a beautiful example of how Japan always rewards explorers.
Torii gates always have an elegant allure, but none quite like this shrine’s.
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Real-life location for the Lucky Star anime forever altered as iconic gate comes tumbling down.
The people have made it clear that they want the shrine to stay, but will that be enough to save it?
If your body is a temple, your head is a shrine? Provide easy access to your bonce for roaming Shinto gods with a torii gate hair accessory.
And that flash of light isn’t even the scariest part of the snapshot.
While in Japan, you absolutely should visit Hiroshima’s Miyajima island, but while there, you definitely shouldn’t do this.
Chief priest cites popularity of miko heroine in anime hit Your Name for increased interest in traditional role.
















Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Which convenience store onigiri rice balls are the most popular? Survey reveals surprising results
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Howl’s Moving Castle’s scene-stealing dog is here to clean your home as a plushie mop
Pringles Chocolate, but with a Japanese twist, is the snack hack you should be trying right now
Tour alleged yakuza hideouts on Google Maps
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Studio Ghibli releases new action figures featuring Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind characters
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
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
Starbucks 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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Tour alleged yakuza hideouts on Google Maps
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Studio Ghibli unveils new goods that tip the hat to The Cat Returns
Studio Ghibli releases new action figures featuring Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind characters
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
The breathtaking beauty and bathing luxury of Oita’s Gettouan【Photos】
How good is this popular wooden onigiri mould, made by a Japanese rice specialist?
Our reporter gives up on 1,000-yen capsule machines, except for these ones… They feel different
CBD oil drinks now available in Japanese vending machines
Bruno Mars creates commercial for Japan’s Don Quijote discount retail chain【Video】
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
We found a rare, true revolving sushi restaurant–and it reminded us why it’s so much fun