snowflakes
We’ve all heard the old adage, “No two snowflakes are alike.” While the saying may be old, this book from Edo era Japan—featuring 86 drawings of snow crystals—may be older.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Pocky recall issued in Japan after customers notice off-the-mark taste caused by unintended smells
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Muji’s Sofa Made From Air review: Is Japan’s most sought-after portable couch worth the hype?
Chainsaw Man coming to Universal Studios Japan with Pochita chow, plushies, and thrill ride music
University of Tokyo announces new department with all classes taught in English
Weekly
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan- Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Monthly
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen- Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】- Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Yearly
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
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Pocky recall issued in Japan after customers notice off-the-mark taste caused by unintended smells
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Muji’s Sofa Made From Air review: Is Japan’s most sought-after portable couch worth the hype?
Chainsaw Man coming to Universal Studios Japan with Pochita chow, plushies, and thrill ride music
University of Tokyo announces new department with all classes taught in English
Japanese schoolgirls’ hemlines are still up, but socklines are way down
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Pikachu-ear engagement rings and Pokémon wedding rings for him and her can now be yours【Photos】
Japanese sake brewed to pair with cocoa cigarettes
Can our pregnant reporter find fulfilment by eating only non-raw foods at Sushiro?
Japanese interior micro-houses and study spaces: Great for work-at-home professionals, kids too
12 beautiful Japanese train stations by the sea
-
