Kobe beef’s fiercest rival is the star of this sukiyaki ekiben that not only tastes amazing, but sounds great too.
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There’s no need to give up ramen on sizzling hot days as long as you eat it Yamagata-style.
Between Cup Noodle’s Mega Spicy Miso and 7-Eleven’s Mongolia Tanmen Nakamoto Hokkyoku BLACK, which one left our tongues more of a spicy, shriveled wasteland?
There are benefits to wearing a kimono while sightseeing in Tokyo, even if you’re travelling alone.
Taste the clouds on your tongue and float away to a better place in the heart of the capital.
Delicious noodles and broth take up supporting roles as MEAT becomes the star of the show.
The new dessert beverage fills Mr. Sato’s heart with sadness, and makes the rest of us want to drink it even more.
Lawson’s bite-sized chicken snack is loved across Japan, but can that love stretch around the globe?




















Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees
Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening
Japan’s Yellow Shinkansen to be retired, last chances to ride it come with eye-popping prices
“Alcohol is the best medicine” removed from Japanese government website
Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
7-Eleven Japan to start selling Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches this summer
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer
“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
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
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees
Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening
Japan’s Yellow Shinkansen to be retired, last chances to ride it come with eye-popping prices
“Alcohol is the best medicine” removed from Japanese government website
Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]
Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways
Japan opens shrine for plush toys in Kyoto, offering memorial rites and a resting place for remains
Ginza Happo: One of Tokyo’s best all-you-can-eat seafood restaurants is an extreme buffet affair
7-Eleven Japan now has Seven Cafe tea machines…but can they convert a coffee drinker?
7-Eleven Japan’s new sweets burger is a mouthwatering philosophical debate
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japanese merry-go-round has heartwarming backstory, is one of the best rides in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan