Village Vanguard (Page 2)
Can’t make a pilgrimage to see your favorite Pokémon? You can now enjoy Pokéfuta in the comfort of your own home.
Garments designed to lead virgins astray.
Why take a trip to the convenience store when you’ve got the tools for self-love right at home?
See what lies underneath with this sheer cosplay costume born from a busty manga sketch.
If you’re looking for a cute way to bring in good luck, this unique manekineko mold might be what you’re looking for.
You might want to grab these Black Cat and Baby Cat brushes even if you’re not putting on any makeup.
Both male and female Pikachus, plus six other Pokémon species, will stick to your walls and your heart.
Want to contact a trickster spirit while on the go? Now you can, thanks to Village Vanguard!
Become the Queen of Hearts at a resort casino this Halloween.
Unisex masks will help you feel less embarrassed about your clothing choices, designers say.
A dark temptation arrives just in time for the summer sunshine.














Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
One Piece teaming up with 5 NCAA basketball teams
Japan’s foreign tourist numbers projected to fall for first time in years in 2026
Japan’s Poképark Kanto Pokémon theme park area shows first attraction photos
Burgers soaked in a plate of hot cheese served at American Diner Andra in Tokyo
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
Man with face covered in tattoos admits to repeatedly headbutting Tokyo store clerk【Video】
Mr. Pringles, as Japan knows him, will change face and even emote on future packaging
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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
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
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 reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
Man with face covered in tattoos admits to repeatedly headbutting Tokyo store clerk【Video】
Mr. Pringles, as Japan knows him, will change face and even emote on future packaging
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
Private teleworking booths–how much work can you get done in one? We test it out
Japan’s reverse maid cafe lets cosplaying customers play the part of maids in Tokyo
Pikachu is recharging as Pokémon and Uniqlo unveil adorable new Pokémon Sketch T-shirt line【Pics】
How lucky are the themed retro video game lucky bags from this shop in the Tokyo boonies?
A diner’s guide to oden: Japan’s weird-looking, super-popular winter dish
Toast with fermented soybeans and honey may not be good-looking, but it is good eating
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
We have way too much fun making Demon Slayer anime erasers and badges with craft kits