“I’m the king of the world, on a boat like Leo/If you’re on the shore, then you’re sho’ not me-oh.” – Sangelica
Tokyo (Page 89)
Japanese commenters aren’t so impressed with modern cityscapes, but are they just being nitpicky?
The famous beef bowl chain is taking a swanky step outside the box with bold offerings including electricity, coffee, and a modicum of privacy.
Theme confectioner’s newest creations are so cute you could (and should) eat them right up.
Japan’s rail system is so easy to use, even this kitty commuter has no trouble with it.
Even when their brief time comes to a close, the cherry blossoms continue to be breathtakingly beautiful.
For a short period starting next month, anime cafe Anion Station will be celebrating the new season of Sailor Moon Crystal with another round of drinks and desserts, this time in honor of Sailor Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto!
These dark, yet beautiful images of Tokyo at night by Liam Wong are as stunning as they are surreal.
Next time you feel like taking a coffee break, why not head over to the NagaLatte Cafe in Harajuku, where you can try Snow Brand Milk’s newest beverage and experience what it’s like to work as a manga illustrator, animator, or other creative professional?
For a single day in June, cosplay studio Haco Stadium will be welcoming dolls, instead of people, to partake in photo shoots at their Ikebukuro location.
Already checked all the sushi and ramen boxes on your Japanese food pilgrimage list? Then come along with us to the country’s favorite unagi specialist, located in downtown Tokyo.
Slip into the Taisho Period of Japan’s past as you slip on a kimono from this unique part of the country’s history.
You can take a doll out of the store, but the staff will have to cut off one of its fingers first…


















Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
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
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Mr. Sato discovers his inner beaver with a 16-inch chocolate “twig” at Tokyo Station
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Japan’s Mos Burger discontinues old teriyaki burger and rolls out new recipe, but is it as good?
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Starbucks Japan closing only Shinkansen platform branch for popularity-triggered renovations
You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
7-Eleven Japan’s new baked-in-store sweet treat is only available in three parts of the country
Peanuts and Coke becomes a viral hit in Japan, but is it a trend worth joining?
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
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
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
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Japan’s Mos Burger discontinues old teriyaki burger and rolls out new recipe, but is it as good?
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
We make meat-stuffed matsutake mushrooms and learn something important about luxury food
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Making igisu, a traditional Japanese food even most Japanese people don’t know about【SoraKitchen】
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
We try making imoni, the beloved taro and beef stew of northern Japan【SoraKitchen】
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)