Japan’s decreasing birthrate coupled with an aging population continue to spell out doom and gloom for the future of the country.
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Government considering ending previous limitations on guests for large events like concerts.
No more settling for whatever clothes you can put on…now you can wear whatever clothes you like!
With the first phase of Japan’s 3G network shutdown starting this month, phone provider takes a moment to remember how it changed communication culture.
Giant robot toymaker gives workers giant raises to boost motivation, with one possible catch.
Having never left Japan before, he was worried his English wasn’t good enough, but a coworker knew just what to say.
Tekken pro asks guys under 170 centimeters (67 inches) tall to “please live your life with the idea ‘I have no human rights’ in your mind.”




















Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
Tokyo teahouse serves up a sakura matcha dessert you won’t find anywhere else
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Upcoming themed cafe answers the question “What if Hokusai had opened an eatery?”
The Sailor Moon theme song is based on another song about drinking a lot of tequila【Video】
Otaku husband returns home after argument to find wife has destroyed his anime robot collection
Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
The Sailor Moon theme song is based on another song about drinking a lot of tequila【Video】
Otaku husband returns home after argument to find wife has destroyed his anime robot collection
Muscly Japanese men fill stock photo site with hilarious poses in unusual settings
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years