One of Nintendo’s most popular franchises ranks high, but fails to snag survey’s top spot.
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Shigeru Miyamoto promises fun for theme park guests not just in Japan, but also California and Florida.
Could the most infamously blacklisted Pokémon of all time be hiding under that Pikachu costume?
Slimes draw near following conclusion of rice field art project.
You really ought to check out the video, because screenshots don’t do justice to this visually impressive game for Android and iOS devices.
Let the voice from Pregnancy Academy and Crime Breast Bounce guide you to the bullet train.
On a visit to this bathroom, a printed move list is just as important as toilet paper.
But you won’t find the clever shape-shifter on the in-game map.
We traveled to the disaster-stricken Tohoku region to see the effects of Pocket Monster Lapras’ real-world healing powers.
Gamers report that bizarre fused characters and man/machine hybrids appear while sometimes the entire ocean does not.
Pikachu is ready to help you ring in the new year with 24 auspicious dishes served inside a giant Poké Ball!
One other Sega franchise will join Sonic on the special train, which will be in service in Tokyo for one month.
Eternal rival Seto Kaiba also serves as inspiration for a fashionable anime timepiece of his own.













Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show
Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo
Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Japanese convenience store Lawson launches new “mini supermarket” chain, L Minimart
What’s up with the Ghibli Park photo and video ban?
Japan’s adorable pudding chick becomes a transit card mascot
Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Starbucks Japan has a problem with its sell-out breakfast that might annoy solo diners
Pikachu cakes and other adorable Pokémon 30th anniversary food coming to Tokyo luxury hotel
Krispy Kreme releases a new Doughwich… at only one store in Japan
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
Japan’s real-world Pokémon hot spring’s first photos are here![Photos]
Japan has a new cute and clever sunblock for cat lovers
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
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】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo
Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
Video of man spraying liquid on conveyor belt sushi leads to arrest in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever muscat-flavoured chilled cup drink
Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Starbucks Japan has a mesh bag so cute it’s a sell-out hit
What’s it like to join Tokyo’s walking-and-talking-with-strangers club for a day?
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Studio Ghibli still doesn’t allow its anime to be streamed online in Japan, and here’s why
Krispy Kreme releases a new Doughwich… at only one store in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases a new limited-edition Frappuccino inspired by espresso affogato