Skipping the white lies and asking a single question is a better way to deal with tiny patients’ great big fears.
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Estranged childhood friends, a blackout, and a mobile app are the perfect ingredients for a marvelous story line.
The theme song for Makoto Shinkai’s Weathering with You anime asks tough questions and gives important answers in the wake of the deadly arson attack on Kyoto Animation.
The popular curry restaurant chain proves that it deserves to join the ranks of Japan’s best companies.
Semi-precious stone accessory maker helps previous boy give a gift to someone very special.
Two-million person protests quickly and compassionately give up their position in the streets for the sake of the injured.
Over 100 illustrations allow kids, teachers, and children’s hospital staff to create smiles and curiosity with the beloved anime/video game characters.
Cute convenience store case handled with courteous care.
Lawson branch purposely makes its sign harder to read for the benefit of some special baby visitors.
Feline destiny comes knocking in an unusual way.
New mother welcomes twins into the world.
Remember the cats that kept trying to go into Onomichi Museum, but were always gently blocked by the guard?
A heartbreaking gesture of kindness for a woman in an industry that often doesn’t treat its performers like people.














Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Is this Japan’s most extreme cherry blossom viewing? Leap, cycle and climb through 2,500 sakura
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
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
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
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Anthropomorphized anime warships game inspired by prewar Japanese tourism poster?!
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Japan’s cat robot waiters meow when you pat them, and we find out why【Video】
One Piece x McDonald’s Japan collaboration burgers: Does the treasure taste as good as it looks?
This stoic gentleman is Sailor Suit Old Man?!?
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Conveyor belt yakiniku: Our new favourite way to enjoy all-you-can-eat meat in Japan