virtual reality
Feel like you’re in the world of the latest Doraemon movie on this new VR roller coaster ride!
Tourists criticised for standing in front of traffic and treating the traditionally dressed women like objects.
Stunning exploration game lets you walk at your own pace, take photos with an in-game camera, and discover hidden areas without the crowds.
The Switch’s Nintendo Labo VR Kit is going to give us new ways to play two of the company’s best-loved games ever.
VR videos of adult film actresses provide dirty thoughts to be turned into clean energy.
Combines modern technology and old-school carpentry in a way that puts ordinary science fair projects to shame.
We all love the idea of immersing ourselves in a fantasy, but the dizziness and nausea is too much for some to handle. Can Sony’s new patent help?



















Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
New adults go wild at Seijinshiki Coming-of-Age ceremony in Kitakyushu, Japan 【Photos】
Pokémon Lego kits are finally on their way!【Photos】
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Taste of spring coming this winter with sakura flower and leaf green tea and matcha from Ito En
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Real Buddhist monk plays Super Mario Bros., recites prayers every time he kills an enemy【Video】
McDonald’s teams up with Touch manga for burgers that capture the bittersweet taste of youth
Thanks to the shogun, this Tokyo Shinto shrine has good luck charms to help you win idol tickets
7 reasons why you should visit Aomori Prefecture
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
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Umamusume anime girl plushie recalled for having parts she absolutely should not have【Pics】
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako returns to Comiket after 6 years, creates mayhem with admirers
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】
Japanese beef bowl chain Sukiya’s 2026 Smile Box lucky bag basically pays for itself
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
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
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
Human washing machine pods coming to Japanese hotels【Photos】
7 great places to see Mt. Fuji from without having to climb it
Real Buddhist monk plays Super Mario Bros., recites prayers every time he kills an enemy【Video】
McDonald’s teams up with Touch manga for burgers that capture the bittersweet taste of youth
Thanks to the shogun, this Tokyo Shinto shrine has good luck charms to help you win idol tickets
7 reasons why you should visit Aomori Prefecture
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Japanese Cabinet to officially announce new romanization spelling recommendation next week
Hey, Japanese taxi driver! Take us to the best Turkish rice restaurant in Nagasaki!
Crafting an easy hands-free umbrella with a few ordinary household items
Best practices for celebrating Coming of Age Day for those turning 18, 20, or both in Japan