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Mr. Sato once again fails to secure a cheap meal, continues to win at lunch thanks to two gourmet ingredients.
Eye-catching, face-obscuring fashion from China protects your skin from harsh UV rays, makes you look like a crazed criminal.
We hit the coast with a group of international students for a day of sun, surf…and maybe romance?
More variety than we’d hoped for at far less than we’d ever expect to pay make this a great place to try types of sushi you’ve never had before.
Our in-house 100 yen store guru snaps up a deal that eliminates the need to keep his belt buckled, and keeps his finances as secure as his pants.
After this taste test, you’ll never want to go back to using regular drinking vessels again.
Soaring temperatures couldn’t stop these amazing cosplayers from shining brighter than the sizzling sun at this year’s premier otaku gathering.
Our Japanese language reporter bites off a hefty chunk of the convenience store’s take on Mexican-Korean cuisine so we can bring you a spicy review.
Starbucks amps up both the Japanese and American elements, and makes us fall in love with green tea Frappuccinos all over again.
Unless you live in a handful of prefectures, you’ve probably never even heard of I-wrap, but those who know it swear by it.
Join our Japanese-language correspondent P.K. Sanjun on his whirlwind time-warping tour of Auckland, which still got him back in time for work on Monday.
A beautifully arranged, blissfully huge order of one of Japan’s favorite summertime foods.
Located in Tokyo’s number one ramen district, this restaurant piles on the wagyu Japanese beef and makes mouthwatering desserts too.
Are laziness, forgetfulness, and Japan’s record-breaking heat the ingredients to a great meal?
Briquette-free barbecuing as the sun turns the hood of Japan’s cheapest car into a hot plate.
New Chitose Airport Onsen isn’t just convenient and gorgeous, it’s an amazingly cheap place to spend the night too!
The name of the restaurant is Coffee Mafia, but it’s the poster for 100-yen beer that has our attention.




















Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Deer are appearing in Osaka City, may have wandered there from Nara[Video]
All-you-can-eat doughnuts at Mister Donut: How many can we eat in 60 minutes?
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Peach Coca-Cola coming to Japan in a world-first for the company
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
Haunted hospital near Mt Fuji re-opens after renovation at Fuji-Q Highland, and it’s terrifying
School textbook is withdrawn after “teacher” on the front is recognized as Japanese adult video star
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
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
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Peach Coca-Cola coming to Japan in a world-first for the company
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
Haunted hospital near Mt Fuji re-opens after renovation at Fuji-Q Highland, and it’s terrifying
School textbook is withdrawn after “teacher” on the front is recognized as Japanese adult video star
Ghibli Museum building becomes a cuddly cushion
We make one of Japan’s best breakfast treats: Himeji almond toast【SoraKitchen】
“Online streamer” tops dream job poll for young Japanese kids, older kids not so interested
Coca-Cola Japan unveils new cherry blossom sakura design bottle for 2018
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Coca-Cola Japan releases their first-ever strawberry coke
Old postcards reveal famous Japanese tourist spots as they appeared 100 years ago
Japanese restaurant’s all-you-can-eat fried chicken breakfast is high-score challenge with prize