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One of Japan’s most famous cakes sashays into the freezer section and messes with our minds.
A bargain deal on expensive ingredients makes our reporter think twice about her ideas of cooking.
Devil’s Club noodles are over half the length of an average human, so how the heck do you eat them?
Our sweet-loving reporter falls in love with a delicacy that’s been enjoyed by the people of Gunma for hundreds of years.
Korakuen Iekei Ramen Truck Yaro Since 2021 celebrates Japan’s culture of decorated trucks.
Our reporter completes a challenging race only to face a tougher challenge — a giant rice ball!
Tokyoites can now enjoy this favorite pre-flight meal of travelers without getting on a plane.
Our team of weight-watching middle aged guys see what they think of Lawson’s new ‘Delicious and guilt-free!’ fried chicken.
Our taste tester has spent years avoiding kaiten sushi shime saba, so will he regret giving it a second chance?




















Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Tokyo bus line praised for handling of driver’s mental health
Spring pollen may be damaging your skin, so what’s Japan’s best moisturizing anti-hay fever spray?
What’s the deal with akebi, the perfectly purple, alien-like fruit that’s in season now in Japan?
10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere【Survey】
Japanese cafe’s gorgeous hydrangea sweets celebrate most beautiful flower of Japan’s rainy season
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
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
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
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
Tokyo bus line praised for handling of driver’s mental health
Spring pollen may be damaging your skin, so what’s Japan’s best moisturizing anti-hay fever spray?
What’s the deal with akebi, the perfectly purple, alien-like fruit that’s in season now in Japan?
10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere【Survey】
Japanese cafe’s gorgeous hydrangea sweets celebrate most beautiful flower of Japan’s rainy season
Let’s make sashimi with…whatever in God’s name this thing is【SoraKitchen】
Umamusume anime cosplayers make news in U.S. for their pro football fandom【Video】
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Akihabara shop lets you destroy your own hard drives for only 100 yen
Studio Ghibli releases wallpapers for Ghibli Park, introduces us to two new forest characters
How to use Japanese convenience store Lawson’s self-checkout terminals