We headed to our local Starbucks branch for the debut of the Bavarian cream-enhanced dessert drink.
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Because after a hard day at the office, there’s nothing like unwinding with a glass of bourbon and a chocolate-covered pretzel stick.
But they’re only available for a limited time, so you’d better hippity hoppity over there ASAP!
The famous delicacy from Toyama Prefecture is now one of the most sought after sweets in the heart of Tokyo!
We’ll take any excuse to drink shakes, but was this new temptation, over a century in the making, worth the wait?
The Frappuccino sets out a new path for Starbucks as the company ventures out into tea territory with their latest release.
Things to pick up at Japan’s most popular discount interior shop: curtains, bedsheets, matcha strawberries.
According to Nestlé Japan, this is the first new nationwide Kit Kat series they’ve released in six years.
Only available in certain countries for a limited time, these regional cakes come with a number of gorgeous details.




















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Studio Ghibli adds beanbag plushies to its anime merchandise store in Japan
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
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
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
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Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
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Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
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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
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
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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
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
Studio Ghibli adds beanbag plushies to its anime merchandise store in Japan
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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
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
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Japan’s new “sex tent” targets campers who’re more than friends, not yet lovers
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
10 gorgeous, must-visit places to see the autumn leaves in Japan
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Japanese Kit Kats: Winning flavour from worldwide competition finally unveiled
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026