Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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We’ve all seen bank vaults in movies and on TV. But when you think about it, there aren’t many people in the world who have actually used or gone into the real thing.
As luck would have it a chance to rent your very own bank vault has popped up as a listing on the Real Tokyo Estate website.
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
A spotlight on Japanese singles figure skating: Jumping into the 2026 Olympics【Pt. II】
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Yahoo! Japan finds most alphabetic and katakana words Japanese people want to find out about
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
7-Eleven Japan releases fukubukuro lucky bags filled with convenience store surprises
Japanese Mom’s son makes Mario Maker course just for her, easy to clear, impossible to forget【Vid】
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face TattoosIs China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Japanese movie theater chain’s popcorn earns highest Grand Prix quality certification
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited AwayIs China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
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 TokyoStarbucks 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
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】
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
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
7-Eleven Japan releases fukubukuro lucky bags filled with convenience store surprises
Japanese Mom’s son makes Mario Maker course just for her, easy to clear, impossible to forget【Vid】
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Starbucks Japan releases new Chocolate Milk for Valentine’s Day
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
New Kumo Cloud Cake from Tokyo is the Japanese sweet on everyone’s lips right now
The top 10 baby names in Japan 2013
Ramen shop manager arrested for punching self in the face and pretending he was robbed
McDonald’s Japan partners with anime English teacher, but did they commit a cultural error?[Video]
Get a taste of paradise at Japan’s top 8 ocean view cafes