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Japanese visitors are falling in love with the gorgeous gardens and traditional rooms at this atmospheric inn.
History buffs and cosplay fans won’t just look like samurai, but eat like them too on their visit to Kamakura.
We finally get a chance to test this portable laundromat and see just how clean it can make your clothes.
Yes, Japan’s Shinkansen is an amazingly stress-free way to get around the country, but that doesn’t mean the driver should be this relaxed.
With amazing outdoor eating spaces set on moss-covered grounds in the middle of the woods, this is a secret haven for lovers of nature and Studio Ghibli.
Japan Rail has just released a list of the most rare and frequently lost items found on their trains, and when they’re most likely to find them.
A little rain isn’t going to hurt you. Unless you’re a mogwai, of course…
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How many of the top 20 most popular Japanese castles (according to TripAdvisor) have you been to?
When staying at this century-old correctional facility, you might hope they lock you up and throw away the key.
We paid a visit to the unusual location to find out what makes this the world’s most beautiful Starbucks.
Thousands of passengers arrived at their destinations all over Japan last night, only to find that everyone’s bags were left behind.
Four prefectures in Japan team up with Pokémon GO developer Niantic to speed up their recovery.



















Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Kodama Shinkansen trains on popular Japan route get a whole new look this winter
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Starbucks Japan adds a new summer Frappuccino to the menu, but is it as refreshing as it looks?
Eight great words for talking about summer in Japan in Japanese
Foreign hiker on Mt. Fuji loses consciousness and dies, becoming climbing season’s second fatality
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Japanese convenience store releases Japanese convenience store-flavor fried chicken
Family Mart’s new Tokyo flagship convenience store doesn’t feel convenient, but is that a problem?
Starbucks Japan releases new Discovery Series collection celebrating local regions and traditions
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Starbucks Japan adds a new summer Frappuccino to the menu, but is it as refreshing as it looks?
Eight great words for talking about summer in Japan in Japanese
Foreign hiker on Mt. Fuji loses consciousness and dies, becoming climbing season’s second fatality
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Brand new Shinkansen bullet train unveiled in Japan… but it won’t carry passengers
“We want to be Japan’s best cheap restaurant” says new (but also not new) Akihabara noodle joint
Cup Noodle and Columbia team up for a weird and wonderful T-shirt that’s very Japanese
Yakuza members arrested for building a road on mountain they don’t own
Cup Noodle releases cold-water instant ramen in Japan, but can it really be made with just cold water?
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments