Critics are calling the modern anime aesthetics “inappropriate,” but publisher says they’re missing the point.
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These new train safety ads tell travelers that any friends who’d drop you for a late response aren’t friends at all.
It might sound like a match made in heaven (or at least a lovey-dovey romance anime), but two otaku don’t always make the right combination.
Pretty much everyone agrees that soy sauce for fish is a must, but what about the most popular kind of non-seafood sushi?
“These people have no love or respect for the Shibuya neighborhood.”
The fires of hard-core anime fans’ passions burn bright, but that doesn’t mean they always last forever.
Result also show a huge gap in in-shower urination attitudes between men and women for one age set.
English-language video sparks tweet in which she worries about pressure to “kill the person I am.”
And even if the owner won’t budge on the rent, you can still negotiate for some concessions that could save you a ton of cash.
No other travel document opens as many doors around the world as Japan’s passport just edges the number-tow nation.


















Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Japan has a cute Pokémon menu you probably don’t know about yet
Tokyo bus line praised for handling of driver’s mental health
Ayato Nikukyu, one of Japan’s hottest cosplayers, visits RocketNews24 for an exclusive interview
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
An increasing number of pets are being left to fend for themselves as Japan’s population ages
This Thai ad is making the internet cry with its “Hachiko-like” story【Video】
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
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
Ayato Nikukyu, one of Japan’s hottest cosplayers, visits RocketNews24 for an exclusive interview
What’s so “Japan mind” about Häagen-Dazs’ new “Japan Mind” ice cream?
An increasing number of pets are being left to fend for themselves as Japan’s population ages
This Thai ad is making the internet cry with its “Hachiko-like” story【Video】
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
7-Eleven Japan now has plant-based vegetarian steamed “meat buns”
Zelda-inspired engagement ring and wedding jacket are a match made in Skyward heaven
Tokyo likely to reduce age limit on kids in opposite-sex public baths, report says
The best cosplayers from Day One of the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival
Site of the worst bear attack in Japanese history is a chilling place to visit
Daiso opens massive new 25,392-square foot Tokyo flagship store with its two sub-brands included