We’ve included some events and scandals that were big in Japan, so be sure to find out what they are!
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Watching anime as homework sounds like an otaku dream come true.
A leg snare trap, a swinging ball trap, and more to capture the Santa while he’s in Japan.
Who knew that rubber chickens and exhaust pipes were the ingredients needed to summon a howling demon?
VoxelKei has been working to create the ultimate VR map of Japan, allowing people the chance to explore an extremely detailed rendering of the entire country. Oh, and also fire massive death rays at it.
Even with three station attendants shoving passengers in to pack them like sardines, this guy remains cool as a cucumber.
Here’s how the Prime Minister of Japan going for a drive is different from when you or I do it.
Don’t let the machines do all the work! Learn how to take control of your butthole’s destiny with these demonstrations.
No strings or CG here; it’s all science and craftsmanship.
The fate of Studio Ghibli may be in limbo, but Hiromasa Yonebayashi’s future is starting next summer.
Azumi the holographic robot wants to brush teeth, watch TV, and send cute text messages together with you.
Who needs a bouquet of roses when you can get a nod to this season’s biggest sports anime hit?
Being able to keep one hand free while playing Nintendo’s first smartphone game might turn out to be a pretty sweet deal.
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What’s up with the “mosquito buzz” noise at Shibuya Station?
Dorayaki from 89-year-old Japanese confectionery shop is one of the best sweets hidden in Tokyo
Nagasaki high school students collab with sweets veteran to release carrot nama dorayaki
Finnish design brand Iittala partners with Pokémon for a golden first collaborative tableware set
Buddhist priest arrested for using health insurance card he found on the street
A visit to Tokyo’s fanciest coffeehouse for a 16,200 yen (US$143) bottle of coffee【Pics】
Make-them-yourself Pokémon frappes arrive at Japanese convenience stores, can be mixed at home too
A century of love – How dating and marriage have evolved in Japan
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
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Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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
Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Tsujihan sushi bowl restaurant goes viral with foreign tourists, but is it worth the hype?
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
7-Eleven Japan’s cooked-in-store takoyaki is here! How does it fare against the street food king?
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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- Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan- New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
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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
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
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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A visit to Tokyo’s fanciest coffeehouse for a 16,200 yen (US$143) bottle of coffee【Pics】
Make-them-yourself Pokémon frappes arrive at Japanese convenience stores, can be mixed at home too
A century of love – How dating and marriage have evolved in Japan
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Rumors say this is Japan’s very best McDonald’s branch, but what makes it special?[Taste test]
Japanese convenience store gives away free ice cream with creative ad at Shinjuku Station
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
Tifa’s Final Fantasy VII bar is going to pop up in real-world Tokyo
Brand-new Square Enix Cafe to open in Tokyo…and in Los Angeles too!
McDonald’s and Gundam team up for customized anime mecha and fried chicken sandwiches[Video]
Japanese masturbatory aid maker Tenga releases dumbbells so you can pump up while you jerk off
Sanrio Character Ranking results: Cinnamaroll’s five-year streak broken, poll still goes to dogs
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