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Areas that let anime fans step into the worlds of My Neighbor Totoro and Whisper of the Heart will open as scheduled.
Amusement park association wants quiet thrill rides, no hugs as part of post-coronavirus closure reopenings.
Totoro misses you too, but at least he’s letting us know when we can start buying tickets again.
Spirited Away food court also rumored to be part of theme park dedicated to the works of anime creator Hayao Miyazaki’s studio.
One of Japan’s oldest theme parks is fading away, but it might be magically reborn as a mecca for fans of the wizard school saga.
Electropop outfit Galantis and pop singer Charli XCX made a Mario-influenced bop to promote USJ’s latest land!
Look forward to real-life takes on Peach and Bowser’s castles, Mario Kart themed attractions and more!
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Crouch too close to the sewer, and you might catch a glimpse of red…oh, it’s just her ribbon.
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All the details on the buildings, stores and cafes set to appear at the new Studio Ghibli theme park.
Brand-new caper for anime’s greatest thief is latest installment of Universal Cool Japan project.
There’s more to theme parks in Japan than just Disney Resort and Universal Studios; there’s also ninjas, go-karts and looking through your legs.
Can faith, trust, and a little bit of pixie dust rekindle P.K Sanjun’s love of Disney? Here’s his experience of the 35th anniversary festivities.
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Our Japanese-language reporter laughed, danced and was moved to tears by the Disney-standard quality shown off in their new theme park lineup.
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Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
The new Ranma 1/2 anime is here! So is it worth watching?【SoraReview】
Experience the “Color of Water” from a 250-year-old Japanese confection maker!
Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
5 of the best ice creams to try in Japan right now【Taste Test】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
Experience the “Color of Water” from a 250-year-old Japanese confection maker!
Say hello to Japan’s new stationmaster cat!【Video】
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
5 of the best ice creams to try in Japan right now【Taste Test】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Bamboo trees vandalized near Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari shrine, foreign graffiti prevalent
Harajuku’s new permanent Tamagotchi shop is filled with cuteness and a surprising lack of poop
Here’s why it’s worth lining up for this street food donut from a Taiwanese night market
What makes a good boss in Japan? Workers sound off in survey
The Jujutsu Kaisen hanko collection is here to stamp away your curses…and paperwork
Crazy-athletic Japanese convenience store clerk may be employee of year, or Super Mario【Video】
What’s it like to pole dance on a rooftop in Tokyo?