What if you took a Dorito, ditched the cheese, and added salmon? You’d get Frito-Lay Japan’s shaketoba chips.
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Sweet treat flies under the radar for locals, but becomes a massive hit with overseas visitors.
Relaxing baths and an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet combine to satisfy both your body and mind.
Soba restaurant chain’s claim leads us to cross the standard line of where tempura is supposed to go.
We find out which spray is best for protecting ourselves and learn a valuable lesson about wind direction.
Unco Inc.’s bundle includes a card that could come in very handy in certain circumstances.
Beautiful display of Japanese care and attention brings warmth to this snowy tourist site.
This lucky bag was the perfect example of how the annual New Year’s deal can truly expand your horizons–not to mention, your soup skills.
The fun starts at the front desk, but it’s time to find out how far the weirdness extends through the hotel.




















The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Is this Japan’s most extreme cherry blossom viewing? Leap, cycle and climb through 2,500 sakura
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Sushi Push Pops aiming to be Japan’s newest sakura season snack sensation
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
It’s Japanese commercial time! Watch the best ads from 2017 in one glossy 4K video
Made-to-order onigiri rice ball hotel breakfast buffet in Tokyo is open (and awesome) to all
The treat you’ve been waiting for: watermelon chocolate chip cookies!!
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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
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
Sushi Push Pops aiming to be Japan’s newest sakura season snack sensation
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
It’s Japanese commercial time! Watch the best ads from 2017 in one glossy 4K video
Made-to-order onigiri rice ball hotel breakfast buffet in Tokyo is open (and awesome) to all
The treat you’ve been waiting for: watermelon chocolate chip cookies!!
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
Totoro ceramic dishware will have your kitchen looking Ghibli elegant in 2025 and beyond【Pics】
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Starbucks Japan’s Cream Puff Frappuccino is here! Did it make Friday the 13th lucky? [Taste test]
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Should you get up early to see the sakura cherry blossoms in Tokyo?