”What’s the best flavor for a French fry sundae?” is a question we never had to answer…until now!
taste test (Page 77)
Did our indulgence in the bathwater of beautiful women and handsome men make us very, very bad?
Is this a country-fair style affront to Japanese cuisine, or a delicious idea we should have thought of sooner? Our reporter Meg finds out.
Company that previously produced made-in-Japan Oreos is back in the sandwich cookie game, and our reporter Meg is ready to score the fight.
Fugu, one of Japan’s most gourmet foods, is the ramen star of the classy Ginza neighborhood.
After the incredible success of the green tea Frappuccino, Meg tries out the new tea flavor exclusive to Japan.
Come with us as we try these two new packs, which incorporate unique rose petal toppings in deliciously different ways.
Starbucks and coffee nuts alike shouldn’t miss out on this unique, luxurious method of coffee preparation.
We’ve had our expectation betrayed by “matcha” foods before, but what happens when we try this instant curry from Kyoto?




















Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】
Cup Noodle maker Nissin teams up with thick-broth ramen chain for instant ramen rice[Taste test]
Paying for prostitution isn’t illegal in Japan, but it could be soon
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
A visit to Subnade: Downtown Tokyo’s survivor subterranean shopping center【Photos】
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Japanese city paints well-known prostitution street bright yellow, adds fish art【Video】
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Paying for prostitution isn’t illegal in Japan, but it could be soon
The results are in! One Piece World Top 100 characters chosen in global poll
A visit to Subnade: Downtown Tokyo’s survivor subterranean shopping center【Photos】
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Japanese city paints well-known prostitution street bright yellow, adds fish art【Video】
Is a snow day the perfect day to beat the crowds at a popular ramen restaurant? [Experiment]
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
Japanese video 18-Year-Old Grandpa has important, moving message behind its silly-sounding title
Our reporter tries nuikatsu for the first time, but is he too old for this otaku lifestyle hobby?
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Where’s the very best seat to sit in on Japan’s Shinkansen? Our expert has an answer
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
Site of the worst bear attack in Japanese history is a chilling place to visit