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Young Melodee didn’t want to take Japanese-style lunches to school after being teased by classmates, but her mother had the perfect solution.
No matter how much good it brings, the sound of a humongous bell struck 108 times might be too much for some people.
The biggest otaku in the SoraNews24 office runs down his picks for the five series you need to see to feel like you “watched anime” in 2017.
It seems players love ultra-realistic live concerts, sword fights, and scantily-clad beach girls.
Satomi Ishihara included in group of eight Japanese idols, actors, and entertainers chosen as among the most attractive in the world.
Fan shows us a reason to hang onto your old VHS anime even after you’ve upgraded to newer media versions.
Japan’s first-ever crane game fraud investigation claims arcades used secret setting so prizes could only be won in employee demonstrations.
“Destroy Christmas!” chants Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men as it takes to the streets in annual demonstration.
How exactly does one discover that they have this talent?
Constant companion Pikachu also gets a girlish makeover.
Anime director Mamoru Hosoda returns to time travel for an examination of the brother/sister relationship, but with one big twist.
Debut work by teen creators smashes crowdfunding goal in less than two hours, aims to be better than made-by-adults titles.
“Does it bother you that I’m not completely human?” Alita asks, but it’s really just how huge her eyes are that’s freaking people out.


















Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
We test Daiso’s new storage container to see if it keeps rice fluffy even after freezing
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
The most preposterous “adult” gacha capsule toys at Akihabara Station
This balding middle-aged fairy is one of Japan’s most unique mascot characters
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
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
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
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 releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
We test Daiso’s new storage container to see if it keeps rice fluffy even after freezing
Starbucks Japan opens new Kyoto store in Place of Scenic Beauty
The most preposterous “adult” gacha capsule toys at Akihabara Station
This balding middle-aged fairy is one of Japan’s most unique mascot characters
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
Is this Tokyo government office still one of the best places in the city for a curry rice lunch?
Mickey Mouse in now a transforming robot created by the designer of Gundam【Photos】
Oscar and Andre tie the knot? The manga wedding that’s been 40 years in the making
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku announces seven-city U.S., Canadian concert tour
Sushi Push Pops aiming to be Japan’s newest sakura season snack sensation
This ridiculously huge backpack turned our reporter into a great big baby【Photos】