In 2012, a Japanese man was allowed to take a supervised tour of the secretive country of North Korea, we’ve reported some of his observations about their fine dining, public transportation, and more. And now we bring you coverage of one of the most unique tourist spots in the world: the only currently captured United States Navy Ship, the USS Pueblo.
Our correspondent’s tour guide and government appointed escort took him to the ship moored in Pyongyang where the guide told him “even today, America continues to beg the ship be returned.”
Shakey’s is back! All-you-can-eat pizza chain returns to downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku
World’s first real ramen in a can now available at Japanese vending machines
Major Japanese city is abolishing extracurricular activities at all of its middle schools
Where’s the happiest place for foreigners to live in Japan? Study investigates
Japanese company develops classy heavy metal band frames for glasses
Japanese politician threatens to send bears to people, wants Loony Tunes-style anti-bear bombs
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the anime
Japanese balloon jellies, or “Tengu’s Treasure”, are a very unique souvenir
Studio Ghibli releases new Spirited Away kami collection
Clever design trick means beautiful Ghibli Artboard Jigsaw Puzzles won’t have bittersweet ending
Studio Ghibli tea blends contain ingredients inspired by My Neighbour Totoro
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Japan’s Kanji of the Year announced, shows the bright and dark spots of 2024【Video】
Starbucks teams up with 165-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Snake decorations【Photos】
Studio Ghibli showcases traditional craftsmanship with new wallet range
Over 800 Studio Ghibli anime world paintings compiled in beautiful new hardcover art book【Pics】
Japan’s tap-to-pay Suica train card system aims to go tapless with walk-through gates, location data scans
Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke plushies show a softer side of formidable Ghibli characters
Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
Uniqlo announces first-ever collaboration with horror manga master Junji Ito【Photos】
J-pop mega star Ado reveals she’s been living in the U.S., may not understand language acquisition
Starbucks Japan is calling it quits with paper straws
Studio Ghibli releases new range of cardigans for anime fans
Japan’s most popular castle raising ticket prices by up to 200 percent for non-local tourists
Furikake rice seasoning sales are soaring, which is bad news for Japan as a whole
Studio Ghibli heroine cardigans give you warmth and strength to face everyday challenges
Eight unforgettable hot springs, as recommended by Japan’s “Professor Bath”
Berserk T-shirts coming to Uniqlo for launch of new Manga Curation line【Photos】
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Foreign tourists on Shinkansen bullet train break suitcase etiquette, angering local passengers
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Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
Japanese politician threatens to send bears to people, wants Loony Tunes-style anti-bear bombs
Mysterious light-up rainy night-sound Totoro figure doesn’t actually show a scene from the anime
Japanese balloon jellies, or “Tengu’s Treasure”, are a very unique souvenir
Studio Ghibli releases new Spirited Away kami collection
Clever design trick means beautiful Ghibli Artboard Jigsaw Puzzles won’t have bittersweet ending
Studio Ghibli releases new action figures featuring Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind characters
Totoro Christmas tree cookie sets are here, are extra-special for Ghibli fans with a little luck
Japan’s wedding gift etiquette rule is too expensive, young people in survey say
How to make so, Japan’s 1,000-year-old dessert recipe that’s back in fashion【SoraKitchen】
Japanese woman’s perfect answer when man calls her office and asks “What color are your panties?”
Ghibli Park puts up Christmas trees and decorations, invites fans to “come search for Christmas”
Out-of-business Tokyo McDonald’s gets brutal but kind sendoff from rival Burger King branch