Video shows off international competition’s amazingly intricate entries, all made from the tiny Lego-like nanoblocks.
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A year of driving the Mr. Sato itasha turned out to be far too long for its owner, so we bid it goodbye in the cheapest way we could.
Even for Japan, this is a crazy rush hour scene.
Scathing comments from Japanese and Korean netizens spark heated debate between the two pop cultures.
In colors and application techniques, the two countries go their separate ways when it comes to cosmetics.
Critics may call the brand nothing but nostalgia-tinged crap, but Tamagotchis are moving into a whole new high-tech field of poo.
Owner asks for Internet’s help in tracking down man behind drive-by attack.
Pudgy Pokémon Trainer and his cuddly pal casually pull off mind-blowing feats of strength in new Pokémon Sun and Moon episode.
American-educated councilwoman says she want to be “a spokesperson for other people of my generation who are in similar situations.”
Surreal scene as dancers in Taipei club go wild for remix of Japanese Hamtaro anime theme song.
This girl and her friends put on an unforgettable performance that’s making people smile around the world.
Japanese Twitter user’s crazily extreme device is perfect for when you need multiple tissues, stat.
Fans in Japan have very different reaction to famous Pokémon’s first intelligible dialogue.
















New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Haikyu fan event lets you step onto the court, see what it’s like to play with the anime athletes
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
Japanese-style afternoon tea in this Japanese manor house outside downtown Tokyo is something special
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Almost all Japanese women say they dislike random gacha/blind-box toys in survey
G-cha & Ba-cha serves Japanese green tea with a heartwarming backstory in Tokyo
Japanese-style afternoon tea in this Japanese manor house outside downtown Tokyo is something special
New Totoro carabiner pouches are ready to clip/tag along with you on all your adventures[Photos]
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
Daiso’s 100-yen ramen egg makers even better in smaller sizes
Studio Ghibli announces first new short anime film in 8 years, exclusive to Ghibli Park
New Japanese sake miniatures teach us about drinking culture in Japan
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers