Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
The Bahamas
We’ve previously seen Japan’s amazing cat islands and rabbit island, and today, we’re excited to show you yet another animal wonderland, though this time it’s not in Japan!
An uninhabited island, Big Major Cay, located in Exuma of the Bahamas, is home to what are arguably the world’s happiest pigs! More commonly known as Pig Island or Pig Beach by the locals, this tropical getaway is famous for none other than its adorable swimming pigs!
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Japanese drugstore sells onigiri at pre-stupid era prices, but how do they compare to 7-Eleven?
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Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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
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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
How to make Ukrainian flag origami crane paper
Which convenience store onigiri rice balls are the most popular? Survey reveals surprising results
Does this video about an abandoned dog leave you wiping your eyes or shaking your fist?
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
566 million yen in gold bars donated to Japanese city’s water bureau
New tanuki soba specialty restaurant in Ikebukuro serves up soba with a unique taste and visuals
How to properly eat a traditional Japanese tonkatsu meal
How to make curry in a rice cooker with zero prep work and no water[Recipe]
Here it is: The finalized map for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (and its food)
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
New service lets you turn manga pages into T-shirt designs, over 200 titles to choose from
Sanrio teams up with murder reincarnation anime Oshi no Ko for adorable new merch line
Japanese ramen chain elevates convenience store food with new microwaveable noodles【Taste test】
“Ugly” South Korean woman goes from “Old Lady Face” to “Dream Girl” with help of cosmetic surgery