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Gentle giant Pokémon is helping prefecture damaged in Tohoku earthquake and tsunami recover.
Both original version and upcoming remake are featured in musical salute to the definitive CD-based RPG video game.
Ordinary people will be none the wiser, but fans will see paired-up Pocket Monsters congratulating them on their upcoming marriage.
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa and company legend Shigeru Miyamoto addressed some hot topics regarding their future in virtual reality, and blamed extensive research for delays.
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Sure, maybe you’re too busy to cook, but there’s always time for the most famous Pokémon, right?
Kirby wows us again, not just by being cute but by becoming a tasty, sweet red bean paste-filled traditional Japanese dessert.
Boba balls replace Poké Balls in this new drink range featuring some of our favourite Pocket Monsters.
Pikachu and his pals want to give you a very special hello as soon as you step outside Tokyo’s international airport.
When a stranger sends him a friend request, our reporter sees the opportunity to relieve his explosive, pent-up emotion.
Paired with a Poké Ball Ottoman, Japanese furniture maker’s newest item looks so amazingly cozy we may imitate Snorlax and never get up again.
Director of new horror action-adventure game Ghost Wire: Tokyo steals hearts and wins fans
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Pokémon Card Stores requiring facial recognition scans for entry in Japan in latest anti-scalper move
A roadside hair salon stall in China made us Norway’s Haaland for US$1, and warmed out hearts too
Japanese government okays plan to create a backup capital city
Japanese Shinkansen welcomes overnight guests for one night during summer festival
Starbucks Japan brings back the Caramel Waffle, but is it as good as it used to be?
Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
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Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
99-year-old woman rescued while attempting to climb Mt. Fuji
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Cup Noodle releases cold-water instant ramen in Japan, but can it really be made with just cold water?
Kodama Shinkansen trains on popular Japan route get a whole new look this winter
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Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it- Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
Hatsune Miku collaborates with Hokusai’s art in new Vocaloid ukiyo-e illustration series [Pics]- New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Japan triples departure tax, foreign tourists and locals now must pay more to leave country
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Family Mart opens new “Famima” flagship store in Tokyo that’s like a tourist attraction
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
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Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo- Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]- Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad- Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
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Studio Ghibli Laputa figure looks like it’s really flying thanks to cool visual trick
Japanese Coo-Che becomes a viral sensation, and everyone wants a taste
How are you supposed to wash a Japanese futon duvet at the laundromat?
Family Mart’s new Famima flagship in Tokyo has a hidden gem that most visitors miss
Why is Taco Bell failing in Japan, even as the country falls in love with tacos?
Starbucks Japan releases a miniature display rack so you can create your very own store at home
Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
61-year-old Kyoto man arrested for playing guitar and radio too loudly for seven years
Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
Studio Ghibli adds new Ponyo glassware to its anime lineup for summer
Pikachu and Ditto Pokémon desserts at Baskin-Robbins Japan look AND feel like their inspirations
Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Which country’s foreign tourists spend the most money per-person in Japan? Hint: Not the U..S. or China
Giant Evangelion Spear of Longinus to be installed at Japanese train station with Eva art trains
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