tourism (Page 31)
Look out — Japan’s old capital appears to be rising again, with an army of koi fish behind it.
This jaw-dropping video will make you wonder how Tochigi Prefecture came in last in the prefectural popularity poll.
After losing its giant fugu blowfish, people are now worried about the health of the city’s big crustacean.
Mother Nature attempts to reclaim the path at this rugged tourist site filled with mystery and beauty.
Die-hard fans of the series can once more sleep in Mari Ohara’s bed, dry off with her monogrammed towels, and take her room key home as a souvenir.
Our reporter Seiji finally ascends one of Tokyo’s most beloved tourist attractions — and for a discount!
World Heritage-listed Golden Pavilion is currently covered up for repairs, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to see the building.
Complete with a Japanese bus stop, Japanese road signs, a Japanese taxi, and a Japanese car park.
Empty streets at Sensoji and Shinjuku have us seeing the capital in a very different light.
The city of Nagasaki has helpfully compiled a site so you can experience similar sights, sounds, and tastes to Jin Sakai himself.
Sumida Aquarium boasts a special viewing tank, transparent floors, and sections where you can see how they breed the jellies.
Japan’s tourism board wants you to remember that though things are scary now, Japan will wait patiently until you can visit its scenic shores.
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Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan offers special sakura picnics at Reserve Roastery Tokyo beside Meguro River
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Spring pollen may be damaging your skin, so what’s Japan’s best moisturizing anti-hay fever spray?
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Is Tokyo Station’s startlingly expensive wagyu bento boxed lunch worth its high price?[Taste test]
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Live-action One Piece’s Luffy teaches Sesame Street’s Elmo a Japanese word for friendship[Video]
Mister Donut unveils new sakura doughnuts for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
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
Spring pollen may be damaging your skin, so what’s Japan’s best moisturizing anti-hay fever spray?
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Visiting Japan’s one-and-only, and only-for-a-limited-time, Dragon Ball noodle restaurant[Photos]
Kagoshima conveyor belt sushi chain Mekkemon rises above the rest with its special secret weapon
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
One Piece creator has hidden secret of anime treasure’s identity in chest at bottom of real-world ocean
The 5 best Iwate foods and drinks to buy at the prefecture’s antenna shop in Tokyo
Act of Japanese kindness touches one man’s heart, provides hope for elevator etiquette
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
Japanese photographer captures tiny whimsical water worlds in macro【Photos】
I can’t believe it’s not fish eggs? Taste-testing Japan’s imitation “almost ikura”【Photos】
Force cute anime boys to crossdress in new mobile simulation game
New line of modern samurai fashion for fall/winter will make you warm and cool