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Japan’s capital is seeing an increasing number of boarding house options, but is it the right choice for you?
Just how far can plant-based meat go in terms of taste and texture? Our Japanese-language reporter tests it out in Tokyo.
Do you miss the amazing box art of anime VHS tapes, laser discs, and DVDs? Here’s a way to get it back while expanding your wardrobe.
Combos including sweet beans & chili powder, chocolate and potato make Mr. Sato wonder if he’s just getting too old for this.
Who says you have to eat raw fish at a conveyor belt sushi restaurant? Sushiro has something for everyone to enjoy!
What makes for a good couple? Our Japanese-language writer muses on her own marriage to a French husband and its notable quirks.
The brand-new Hotel Zen Tokyo broadens our consciousness of what’s possible in a micro hotel.
Two of Japan’s top manga publishers team up for a special collection of 44 different series in one huge book.
After spending his first few years living in the U.S., he’s spent the rest of his life answering the same questions over and over.
Rush hour is a pretty unpleasant time to be on the train in Japan under any circumstances, but this was a whole new set of problems.
We try the newest Japanese Frappuccino, with a name so long that even Starbucks’ own employees can’t remember it.
We interview Japan’s least-popular form of currency and the only bill not to be getting a slick new face-lift in the near future.
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Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Trial of man accused of kicking rabbits to death on Japan’s rabbit island comes to an end
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Finally! Icees are coming to Japan!
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Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
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7-Eleven Japan sells freshly baked pizzas…but are they any good?
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
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Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
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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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Trial of man accused of kicking rabbits to death on Japan’s rabbit island comes to an end
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Finally! Icees are coming to Japan!
The time someone pooped next to us on the train during Tokyo rush hour, and we tried to be nice
Elementary and junior high students speak out on Japan’s strangest school rules
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
This is what a 10,000-yen (US$92) Tokyo bento boxed lunch looks like【Taste test】
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
Japanese vending machines now sell pearl jewellery
Rice cooker recipe: 7-Eleven Japan’s Miso Mackerel Butter Rice is as tasty as it is easy
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