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We also timed how quickly we could finish the hiyashi niku soba at this popular stamina pork rice bowl chain.
We try to recreate an unlikely favorite popsicle treat of years past by turning corn soup into an icy dessert.
Spectacular fireworks, ancient pilgrimage routes, water excursions, and local cuisine are all definitive reasons to visit Kumano this summer season.
Select customers will be able to wear the peachy scent of this heavenly limited-edition beverage.
Beanbags with character…from My Neighbour Totoro, The Boy and the Heron, and Spirited Away.




















Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
The best Hobonichi diaries, covers and stationery for 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
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Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
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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
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
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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
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
A whole new way to eat katsu: Cold katsu soba【Taste test】
Latest Japan cherry blossom forecast pushes Tokyo date back, sakura now expected first elsewhere
How to do Japanese karaoke the right way: Six tips for newbies, mic hogs and nervous singers
A nearly 400-year-old Kyoto temple ordinarily closed to public is accepting visitors this summer
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
7-Eleven Japan now sells bagels…cooked in bamboo steamers
Studio Ghibli releases new Ursula’s blanket from Kiki’s Delivery Service
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Japan asked to vote on what to officially call insanely hot days
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