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supersonic waves
SteganoSonic, a new technology that’s being developed by researches at Keio University which transmits digital information with supersonic waves was exhibited last week at the university’s Open Research Forum 2012 (ORF 2012).
By setting a terminal in the vicinity of a speaker, information can be sent from the directional speakers to the screen where it is displayed. The speaker is completely silent as it sends information to the display.
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Playing Switch 2 games with just one hand is possible thanks to Japanese peripheral maker
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Legendary pie cafe Anna Miller’s finally returns to Tokyo after three-year absence
Haunted hospital near Mt Fuji re-opens after renovation at Fuji-Q Highland, and it’s terrifying
Which of Japan’s big three beef bowl chains has the best tonjiru pork miso soup?【Taste test】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on EarthNow is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airportJapan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on EarthForeign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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 homeJapan’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】Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Legendary pie cafe Anna Miller’s finally returns to Tokyo after three-year absence
Haunted hospital near Mt Fuji re-opens after renovation at Fuji-Q Highland, and it’s terrifying
Which of Japan’s big three beef bowl chains has the best tonjiru pork miso soup?【Taste test】
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
Strawberry shortcake instant yakisoba noodles are set to cause a stir this Christmas
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Here comes Japan’s newest fruit dessert sandwich: 7-Eleven’s purple Blueberry Sandwich!
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
McDonald’s Japan hack: What happens when you put an apple pie inside a Big Mac?
Creepy-cute collaboration brings Labubu and Myaku-Myaku together【Photos】
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