Pokémon’s actual creators take a moment to remind us that it’s not Nintendo who’s crafting Pikachu and his pals’ video game adventures.
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The theme song for Makoto Shinkai’s Weathering with You anime asks tough questions and gives important answers in the wake of the deadly arson attack on Kyoto Animation.
The Hello Kitty/Gundam crossover seems to have no interest in toning down the violence of a mecha war in space.
Gentle giant Pokémon is helping prefecture damaged in Tohoku earthquake and tsunami recover.
Mom has no fear, plenty of rhythm.
After being away from the spotlight for a few years, the busty star wants to regain her physique.
It took years for the Internet to notice our video, but now it’s a global hit, especially in one unexpected country.
Ever been so angry you felt the need to smack someone else with your own kid? No? Then you’re a calmer parent than this guy.
Sailor Moon is taking two steps into the future, but it’s bringing an important part of its past along for the ride.
Survey says one in two foreigners have been bummed out by meeting Japanese people with bad breath.
Telecommunications company slammed for using Japanese culture to promote a Samsung product from South Korea.
Soothing sounds and other seasonal symbols of Japan are also part of the techno-cultural innovation.
Two-million person protests quickly and compassionately give up their position in the streets for the sake of the injured.
Cat nap becomes a hilarious concert.

















7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
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Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s first-ever ramen restaurant, which closed 44 years ago, is reopening this fall!
Petition started to stop Doraemon from constantly showing Shizuka in the bath
10 gorgeous, must-visit places to see the autumn leaves in Japan
Japanese company offers insurance plan to protect against false train groping accusations
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
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Secret staff cafeteria in Tokyo is a hidden gem you won’t find in travel guides
Tinder just opened a convenience store in Japan, aimed at adults only
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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 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
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Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan’s first-ever ramen restaurant, which closed 44 years ago, is reopening this fall!
Petition started to stop Doraemon from constantly showing Shizuka in the bath
10 gorgeous, must-visit places to see the autumn leaves in Japan
Japanese company offers insurance plan to protect against false train groping accusations
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
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Tokyo’s city hall changes dress code, workers now allowed to wear shorts[Videos]
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
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Happy 40th birthday, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A!