virtual reality (Page 2)
New game saves you the awkwardness of having to ask a real girl, “Hey, would you mind poking me in the chest?”
New VR Zone attraction lets you take on Godzilla in an attack chopper… Good luck with that.
Comfy seats, a four course meal, and a VR show? We guarantee this will be an experience you’ll never forget.
Airships, crystals, Cid, and even Chocobo popcorn buckets are part of the tie-up between the theme park and video game giants.
Video gaming’s newest trend meets its oldest hero with co-op game at Namco’s Tokyo amusement park.
It seems players love ultra-realistic live concerts, sword fights, and scantily-clad beach girls.
Experience the permeating heat of battle, the chilly atmosphere of a horror game, and many more.
Square Enix might be best-known for the games it makes, but the company also publishes its own manga in Japan.
They say VR is a powerful tool, but is it enough to make our grizzled reporter swoon like a blushing bride?
Set to open this winter, the ride takes fans on an adventure through multiple worlds from the Final Fantasy video game franchise.
Finally, what virtual reality was intended to do this whole time: let you fire a powerful wave of energy at those who have wronged you.
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku takes time out from her busy schedule to sit down for some sweets in augmented reality event.
Series has been giving fans an eyeful of its characters’ bodies for years, and now they’ll get a noseful too.
Warm up those throwing arms, because it’ll take more than a button tap to chuck those Koopa shells.
Groups of three players will team up to battle an Angel in recreation of the fun parts of the heavy-themed fighting robot anime.
You’ll see yourself destroying Freeza, even though everyone else won’t be able to see a thing.


















Live-action Spirited Away stage play announces world tour with first-ever U.S. and Canadian dates
Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries
Tokyo has only two barley tea makers, and we visited one to see how mugicha is made
Studio Ghibli combines anime and craftsmanship in new Totoro and Jiji Gobelin tapestry bags
Sleep at Hoshinoya Nara Prison, one of the most unique hotels in Japan
Speed trap camera stolen from Saitama Police while in use
We try out the joys of Japan’s kakuuchi wine vending machine
Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train
Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio
Why you shouldn’t feel guilty about using manga for studying and the top series for learning
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed “Monster Wolf” to keep bears away from convenience store
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Japanese man’s gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
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]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Speed trap camera stolen from Saitama Police while in use
We try out the joys of Japan’s kakuuchi wine vending machine
Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train
Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio
Why you shouldn’t feel guilty about using manga for studying and the top series for learning
Taco Spaghetti appears in Japan, and our taco fan rushes to try it[Taste test]
Mt Fuji installs new emergency shelters ahead of the 2026 climbing season
Live-action Persona adaptation to be produced by Netflix, probably not set in Japan
Krispy Kreme Japan releases new fruit doughnuts…that taste better cold
Japanese man’s gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine
The adorable, delicious joy of the Totoro cream puff gift box[Taste test]
New live-action Pokémon adaptation announced for Pokémon Unite
Here’s what Shibuya’s famous scramble intersection looked like after the Japan vs. Sweden match
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country