tourism (Page 32)
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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Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Totoro Fund line of beautiful artwork and apparel lets you help the real-world Totoro Forest
Japan now has stricter requirements for foreigners applying for citizenship
Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Should you drive through a red traffic light like this in Japan? Confusing road rule explained
Hotel guest leaves origami for cleaning staff, back-and-forth folding battle ensues!
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Ramen restaurant in top Tokyo tourist neighborhood skips price gouging, but how does it taste?
Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
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
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Here are the top ten foodie factory tours for the fall throughout Japan
Should you drive through a red traffic light like this in Japan? Confusing road rule explained
Hotel guest leaves origami for cleaning staff, back-and-forth folding battle ensues!
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Hunter x Hunter teams up with accessory brand Samantha Vega for colorful character collections
Japan’s Mos Burger creates tempura rice bowl bento boxed lunch burger, but not for its menu
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Starbucks Japan adds new Sencha Matcha Tea Frappuccino to its menu, but only at 28 locations
Japanese masturbatory aid and insect repellent companies collab on a new product
Mister Donut wows matcha lovers in Japan with new Dora Matcha doughnuts