transportation
Taxi company makes the dream of being chauffeured around by a Heian-era aristocrat a reality.
Survey finds 10 things to avoid as Japan experiences record-breaking, sometimes patience-testing levels of inbound international tourism.
Transportation bureau wants to collect full fares while still making the ride pleasant for all passengers.
Man’s body continued to make trips back and forth across downtown Tokyo until the end of the day.
New policy seeks to remove additional financial burden in a country where not taking the train often isn’t an option.
Chuo Shinkansen will take you from Tokyo to Nagoya in just 40 minutes…but no one is sure when.
The proposal would leave bikers who ignore police warnings about reckless riding with a ticket and fine instead of a criminal charge.
Japan’s long-haul buses can be a convenient, economical way to get around Japan, as long as you’re punctual.
Toshio Suzuki exhibit comes to southern city for the first time, with new merch along for the ride.
Mamaro provides a place to attend to kids’ needs in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Japan’s rail network.




















7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Mr. Sato accosts award-winning actor Hideaki Ito【Interview】
Sumo Sanrio! Hello Kitty and pals team up with Japan Sumo Association for new merch【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Is it rude to sing along at concerts in Japan? We ask a pro musician for his take
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
You can enjoy traditional Japanese New Year’s osechi eats on a budget with Lawson Store 100
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Is it rude to sing along at concerts in Japan? We ask a pro musician for his take
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Can a dirty butthole make you filthy rich in Japan? We’re starting a New Year’s lottery experiment
You can enjoy traditional Japanese New Year’s osechi eats on a budget with Lawson Store 100
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
Hey guys, unlucky with women? There’s always Latvia!
Godzilla appears in the Tokyo skyline atop new Shinjuku skyscraper! 【Photos】
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Annual survey reveals Gifu jumped 41 spots to become the prefecture with the most karaage eaters