The least-faithful prefecture in the survey is often laughed at for being uncool, but responding residents seem to be plenty popular.
society (Page 45)
How the loud-and-proud Fab Five were able to find success in a country that lags behind others when it comes to LGBTQ issues.
Things get personal, and sweet, in the latest chapter of the ongoing difference of opinions about a Japanese cultural tradition.
With a new Netflix series streaming on both sides of the Pacific, our reporter ponders what America sees in Japan’s tidying-up master.
Survey results indicate that Japan’s Valentine’s Day custom of giri choco may soon become a thing of the past.
Hugtto! PreCure’s final episode has aired, and only truly draws to a close after we see the protagonist as an adult screaming in labor pain.
Message from Belgian confectioner is a bolt from the blue, but the makers of Black Thunder are only too happy to play along.
The king of giri choco is here to help women who have to buy chocolate to give to all the guys they’re not attracted to on Valentine’s Day.
7-Eleven Japan wants to stop selling adult magazines, cites concern for foreigners, female customers
Company cites desire to avoid giving Japan a bad reputation as visitors from overseas come for the Tokyo Olympics.
Verdict handed down in multi-year fight between facial hair and Municipal Transportation Bureau.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Licca-chan dolls released in North America for first time in nearly 60 years
Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
What can 3,000 yen get you at a Japanese hamburger chain? We find out
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo
Starbucks Japan’s new clear coffee is like coffee for people who don’t like coffee
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Three things you should eat at Denny’s in Japan, according to staff who work there
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Weekly
- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
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]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Fading Tokyo – Searching for signs of the Showa era as local neighborhoods evolve[Photos]
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest- Two food hacks take Japan’s convenience store fried chicken to amazing new sandwich heights
- Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro 2026 Corn Gift to its anime store for Mother’s Day
Monthly
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
- Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo
Starbucks Japan’s new clear coffee is like coffee for people who don’t like coffee
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Three things you should eat at Denny’s in Japan, according to staff who work there
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Famichiki Pancake Steamed Buns take Japanese convenience store food to a whole other level
Slayers cafe opening in Tokyo and Osaka brings food of the fantasy anime to real life【Photos】
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Ghibli Park announces new ticket system, adds flexibility and low-priced options
Awesome website allows you to make your own Dragon Ball character, battle other fighters
Are 500-yen noodles at Akihabara Ramen Center a great find or cheap miss?
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
-
