Sometimes ideas are too ahead of their time and get forgotten over the years. In 1978, Kawasaki released the Z1R TC, the first motorcycle to use a Turbocharged engine which gave it noticeably more power that other engines of the same size. However, after a brief love affair that lasted into the early ’80s, Japanese bike manufacturers turned their backs on the technology.
Now at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show from 23 November to 1 December, Suzuki is looking to bring it back with their new concept Recursion sports motorcycle which promises to go back and rectify all the problems that dogged turbocharged bikes of the past.
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Japanese avoiding domestic travel as foreign tourists increase, possibly creating vicious cycle
Elephant nose ice cream: The treat with a trunk
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Japanese group to hold fashion show of colostomy bags and other stoma equipment in Paris
Daiso has giant new branch in middle of Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood (and another beneath it)
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
More Shinkansen trains being added to Japan’s “golden route” to meet traveler demand
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
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
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Japanese group to hold fashion show of colostomy bags and other stoma equipment in Paris
Daiso has giant new branch in middle of Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood (and another beneath it)
Shimane has a secret hot spring town that feels like stepping into an old Japanese film
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Why you shouldn’t call this food “Hiroshimayaki” if you’re talking to people from Hiroshima
The mystery of the phantom “sake pass card” at Japanese alcohol vending machines
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Video game battles as woodblock prints, “Ukiyo-e Heroes: Boss Fights” now available online 【Pics】
What happens when you mix together all the jelly drinks from the convenience store? 【SoraKitchen】
Ultra-premium matcha, koji rice mold star in Starbucks Japanese New Year’s Frappuccino and drinks
Uniqlo’s Disney T-shirts feature art by manga divinity and royalty【Photos】