While some may find the idea of locking themselves in their room for months or even years at a time horrifying, for some that’s just their daily life. And if you’re one of those people who much prefer their bed to the sun, this special competition sponsored by DMM may be just what you’re looking for. If you’re chosen, you’ll get free room-and-board for a week, along with all-you-can-play games — but you won’t be allowed to go outside even once.
If that sounds like a great summer vacation to you, read on to find out more.
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
A visit to the best UFO catcher arcade in the universe!
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Hana Komon: Japan’s beautiful, samurai-style floral birthday crests
Nintendo’s controller capsule toys are so cool, even the machine you buy them from is awesome【Pics】
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
A visit to the best UFO catcher arcade in the universe!
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Hana Komon: Japan’s beautiful, samurai-style floral birthday crests
Nintendo’s controller capsule toys are so cool, even the machine you buy them from is awesome【Pics】
Five things you can do to make hotel staff happy in Japan
Slayers cafe opening in Tokyo and Osaka brings food of the fantasy anime to real life【Photos】
Tokyo sex industry worker arrested for saying she needed tuition money, spending it on hosts
This insane motorized scorpion computer chair is perfect for work-from-home supervillains【Videos】
Which Japanese convenience store sells the best beef stew?【Taste test】
A secluded British mansion in Chiba is a hidden holy land for afternoon tea lovers
The Snack Poster: Illustrations to spread the love for authentic Japanese foods