A popular destination for those looking for love or trying to start a family, but you’ll want to check the tide schedule before you visit.
travel (Page 96)
Adorably awesome Pokémon train is part of disaster relief project for tsunami-damaged region.
There’s never a bad time to visit Japan’s former capital, but May is an especially good time.
Turns out the controversial posters aren’t quite as nationalistic as their creators likely intended them to be.
Start your day with fresh-brewed coffee, fill the afternoon with sightseeing, and end it with delicious sake.
From elegant gardens to stoic shrines and museums of fine art, Tokyo is full of places to stimulate the mind, soothe the soul, and please the senses.
Mysterious posters draw concerned comments about the insensitive mentality of their anonymous creators.
Travelers have been visiting Beppu for its natural baths for years, but now the onsen is coming to them instead.
People in Japan responded to the remark with a heartwarming hashtag that immediately went viral, showing support for the Tohoku region.
Muscles, hot springs and stunning scenery combine to create some memorable slow motion bathing experiences.
Beat the crowds and skip the tourist traps with this guide to the little-known gems in the region.
The well-known duo take us on a spectacular journey to some of Japan’s most famous sites, complete with some gorgeous Sailor Moon cosplay.
The unusual machine with the sweet folded paper designs is warming people’s hearts around Japan.
Come with us as we take you through some of the interesting things you can discover inside one of the country’s most historic stations and the busiest train station in the world.
The “glamorous camping” experience comes to Okinawa with luxurious tents and amazing views that will have you wanting to stay here forever.
MOST POPULAR
Now
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Weekly
- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?- Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?- Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
- Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Monthly
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time- Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Yearly
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
“I want to kill them!” Shocking Video of Young Japanese Girl Giving Anti-Korean Speech Appears Online
Five things you can do to make hotel staff happy in Japan
Slayers cafe opening in Tokyo and Osaka brings food of the fantasy anime to real life【Photos】
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring
What kind of lingerie do Japan’s herbivore men like? Survey investigates
Beautiful new Final Fantasy T-shirt collection on the way from Uniqlo【Photos】
Japanese sandals dyed with real Uji matcha are here to whisk you off your feet
Japan goes beyond gaming desks with the gaming bed【Video】
-
