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Japan’s cute character queen teams up with the coolest way to see downtown Tokyo’s most traditional neighborhood.
Music-themed restaurant doesn’t want to rock the boat and instead incorporates local cultural into its design and food items.
Bring the taste of Japan back home with you by learning to make your favorite Japanese food from the people who know it best.
This uniform will keep you cool and comfortable like a Japanese shadow warrior from the Edo period.
Toki no Yoake Monogatari lets you enjoy the ride as you travel off the Shinkansen-beaten path.
Come hungry for this list of the most delicious things to eat in the most palate-pleasing prefectures of Japan.
Increasing numbers of the nationally protected species are being affected by plastic bag consumption.
There are benefits to wearing a kimono while sightseeing in Tokyo, even if you’re travelling alone.
With tatami mats, noren curtains and a zen garden, this is one of the most stunning and affordable ways to travel in Japan.
Stunning exploration game lets you walk at your own pace, take photos with an in-game camera, and discover hidden areas without the crowds.
If you don’t want to waste a huge amount of time in Japan’s cultural capital, here’s something you’ll want to avoid.




















Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show
Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts
Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Video of man spraying liquid on conveyor belt sushi leads to arrest in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Japanese convenience store Lawson launches new “mini supermarket” chain, L Minimart
What’s up with the Ghibli Park photo and video ban?
Japan’s adorable pudding chick becomes a transit card mascot
Starbucks Japan has a problem with its sell-out breakfast that might annoy solo diners
Pikachu cakes and other adorable Pokémon 30th anniversary food coming to Tokyo luxury hotel
Krispy Kreme releases a new Doughwich… at only one store in Japan
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
Japan’s real-world Pokémon hot spring’s first photos are here![Photos]
Japan has a new cute and clever sunblock for cat lovers
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
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】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts
Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Video of man spraying liquid on conveyor belt sushi leads to arrest in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever muscat-flavoured chilled cup drink
Starbucks Japan has a mesh bag so cute it’s a sell-out hit
Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen
What’s it like to join Tokyo’s walking-and-talking-with-strangers club for a day?
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Krispy Kreme releases a new Doughwich… at only one store in Japan
Studio Ghibli still doesn’t allow its anime to be streamed online in Japan, and here’s why
Art exhibition coming to Tokyo this month brings the cute, scary, and weird to ukiyo-e