Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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Among lens makers, Sigma is a brand famous the world over. They’ve been in the news recently for their February 8th announcement of the 46 megapixel DP1 Merrill and DP2 Merril models, but this article is actually about an experience I had with them late last year. Read More
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Three ways going to see cherry blossoms alone is better than seeing them with other people
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Big win for tattoo artists: Japan’s Supreme Court rules medical licenses aren’t necessary
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japanese pop star Ado wants to know if Americans actually eat one of Japan’s favorite “Western foods”
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
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026Japan 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
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime characterKrispy 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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Big win for tattoo artists: Japan’s Supreme Court rules medical licenses aren’t necessary
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japanese pop star Ado wants to know if Americans actually eat one of Japan’s favorite “Western foods”
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Expo 2025 mascot Myaku-Myaku to release tastefully erotic photo book
Bandai to release super-mega-retro-robot made up of Doraemon and friends
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Kinki Gyarados! Japan’s central region gets its first Pokémon manhole covers
Japanese politicians working to promote plastic model culture as a cultural asset