February: the time when most of us in the northern hemisphere look at the calendar in despair as spring takes its sweet time to arrive. It’s also the perfect month to get away to a warmer locale, soak up some sun and recharge yourself to be able to get through the last (hopefully) weeks of winter.
But instead of packing a swimsuit and sunscreen for that trip to the beach, our beloved reporter Mr. Sato instead decided to fully embrace winter and booked a stay at an ice hotel in Hokkaido for a vacation he’ll never forget or let (it) go.
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
Why you should visit Shizuoka, the green tea oasis in the middle of Japan’s golden route
Cherry blossoms already blooming at Gap Japan with Sakura Collection lineup【Photos】
Surprising foreign words Japanese people are likely to know
When is the right time for a love confession in Japan?
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
“The revolutionary way to pick your nose!” We try out the Nose Picker
Sanrio’s Little Twin Stars shine brightly in new themed rooms at the Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji
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
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
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
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
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
Surprising foreign words Japanese people are likely to know
When is the right time for a love confession in Japan?
420 million yen in cash-filled suitcases stolen on Tokyo streets, incidents at Haneda and Hong Kong follow
“The revolutionary way to pick your nose!” We try out the Nose Picker
Sanrio’s Little Twin Stars shine brightly in new themed rooms at the Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji
We smash up some rock-hard rice crackers with a hammer to find out which one is the toughest
10 great autumn Japan travel spots for fall colors and retro atmosphere【Survey】
Pokémon Lucario becomes official radio calisthenics promoter for kids across Japan【Video】
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japan’s shortest train line may also be its creepiest, looks like something out of a horror film
We get our hands on some “Booby Ice Cream” from Kochi Prefecture
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
You can now visit a recreation of Evangelion’s Tokyo-3 and live there in miniature form in【Pics】
World’s most popular emoji ranking shows something missing from Japan’s top picks