The famous beef bowl chain is taking a swanky step outside the box with bold offerings including electricity, coffee, and a modicum of privacy.
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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.
Whether you’re a diehard anime fan or couldn’t care less about otaku culture, you owe it to yourself to try this new treat in Akihabara.
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.
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