Gorgeous artwork graces the jackets of LP releases of the work of Ghibli’s greatest composer.
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Selected soundtrack from first 16-bit cartridge game in the series includes two arrangements of each piece of music.
Both original version and upcoming remake are featured in musical salute to the definitive CD-based RPG video game.
You’ve probably never heard of vinyl flower vases before, but what’s not to love about them? They provide a practical, inexpensive alternative to traditional glass vases while still looking stylish at the same time. Even better, you can send them easily within a sealed envelope to a friend.
Japan is currently going nuts for these things. Join us after the jump to find out why.






Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Legendary pie cafe Anna Miller’s finally returns to Tokyo after three-year absence
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
New way to buy Shinkansen tickets, through messaging app, coming this fall
A pepper spray showdown to find the best self-defense tool in Japan
Support your faves and avoid oshikatsu burnout — advice from our resident otaku
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
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
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
New way to buy Shinkansen tickets, through messaging app, coming this fall
A pepper spray showdown to find the best self-defense tool in Japan
Support your faves and avoid oshikatsu burnout — advice from our resident otaku
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
We try the new Family Mart Uji matcha sweets before they go on sale in Japan
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
How to dress for summer in Japan: Tips from a rickshaw driver in Asakusa
Awesome Japanese sandals give you the footprints of a cat or T-rex
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】