From modern art to Shinto shrines, Data analysis group releases its list of top photography spots from 2018.
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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.
We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: cats rule the world. Maybe that even includes the spiritual world?
















The fish in rural Fukui that rivals Japan’s most auspicious sea bream
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Tokyo street sweets: The must-snack treats of Nakano’s Refutei
Eevee returns to Japan’s famous Tokyo Banana, bundled with a cute tote bag
Which convenience store onigiri rice balls are the most popular? Survey reveals surprising results
Maid street in Akihabara gets a new vending machine that’s sweeter than usual
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Drift ice in Japan is a disappearing winter miracle you need to see now
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Suntory’s new canned whisky cocktail is its first for world whisky Ao
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
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Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
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
Maid street in Akihabara gets a new vending machine that’s sweeter than usual
Japanese restaurant chain serves Dragon Ball donuts and Senzu Beans this spring
Drift ice in Japan is a disappearing winter miracle you need to see now
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season
Suntory’s new canned whisky cocktail is its first for world whisky Ao
Amazing Pringles flavours exist in Japan
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Japan’s secret garbage problem–and what you can do to help
How to avoid queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Japan
Kura Sushi opens new high-end revolving bar restaurant in Tokyo
We caught up with Travis Japan to chat dancing, anime dreams, and back scratchers
New Studio Ghibli exhibition brings anime movie magic to cities around Japan
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky