Move aside, Uncle Rikuro – Aunt Wanda is here to steal your fluffy souffle crown, without the raisins.
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The decade-old cheese tart specialty shop in Japan gets an expanded menu that sweet dreams are made of (cheese).
“More than friends less than lovers” team shows us what it takes to look after thousands of commuters on the rails.
Cake in a can, cans of cake…we don’t care what they’re called as long as we get our spoons into them soon!
A new product on the market contains concentrate to make two of Japan’s most popular popsicles at home.
We learn the origin of this unique pastry sold in one of Tokyo’s bustling commercial districts.
Turns out you don’t have to look very far to collect all seven dragon balls – just go to your local Family Mart.
For bubble tea with a Japanese twist, how about a sakura-flavored creation from popular tea stand chain TP Tea?
Don’t sweat it if you find yourself tearing up at this simple but sweet gesture to get an obaachan the recognition she deserves.




















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Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
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Final Fantasy invites you to adventure in Fukushima with Fukushima Fantasy Chocobo fun[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Foreign man arrested for grabbing former AKB48 idol on Tokyo street, forcing her to ground
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
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)
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
Japan’s favorite sandwich pockets now come with sakura filling, but how do they taste?[Taste test]
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Japanese kindness restores our faith in humanity after a highway bus accident in Tokyo
Foreign man arrested for grabbing former AKB48 idol on Tokyo street, forcing her to ground
Does Japan’s “body fat-burning” bottled tea really work? Our 30-day investigation 【RocketScience】
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Studio Ghibli releases Japanese-style My Neighbour Totoro bags and pouches in Japan
Survey reveals that secretaries in Japan say ‘no’ to these types of husband
New service lets you turn manga pages into T-shirt designs, over 200 titles to choose from
Sweet! Japan’s canned sour cocktails with real lemon slices inside are coming back
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