Cops arrest senior citizen who vandalized shrine one day after arriving in Japan with family.
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Surreal scenes of Nara’s giant Buddha statue getting its once-a-year cleaning from 170 people【Video】
Size difference makes human cleaners of the Daibutsu statue look like tiny little spirits.
This section of the gate is usually off-limits to tourists, but you can now view its hidden gems.
Heian Shrine, Nishiki Market, and more in the third part of our skip-the-bus route through Kyoto.
The strolling story continues as we leave Kiyomizudera Temple and head to Sannenzaka and Nene no Michi.
Maps and walking times for enjoying Kyoto’s beautiful historical sites while skipping its crazy-crowded buses.
Torinin’s natsu tsubaki are a symbol that beauty can be fleeting, which sometimes makes it all the more captivating.
Famous Asakusa tourist site has a very public place to pee…for those who know where to find it.
Murouji has a fascinating history, with stunning sights that’ll linger in your heart long after you visit.




















Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed “Monster Wolf” to keep bears away from convenience store
Japanese man’s gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine
Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed
Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio
The adorable, delicious joy of the Totoro cream puff gift box[Taste test]
Krispy Kreme Japan releases new fruit doughnuts…that taste better cold
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Tokyo cops arrest foreigner for suspected visa violation, don’t know what new residence cards look like
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Testing Japan’s latest food hack trend: Adding instant corn soup powder to popcorn[Taste test]
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Krispy Kreme Japan releases new fruit doughnuts…that taste better cold
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Tokyo cops arrest foreigner for suspected visa violation, don’t know what new residence cards look like
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Testing Japan’s latest food hack trend: Adding instant corn soup powder to popcorn[Taste test]
Japanese theme park adding Immersive Death Game with a “bomb collar” you have to wear
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Nintendo’s Animal Crossing crosses over to Baskin-Robbins Japan with special ice cream and merch
Starbucks Japan releases three new peach drinks, but the real star isn’t the Frappuccino
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways
Over a billion yen in smuggled gold found inside sex dolls by Japanese investigators
TKG Debate: What’s the best way to eat Japan’s beloved raw egg comfort dish?
Totoro Soot Sprites are here to help keep your organized as adorable paper clips[Photos]