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Move over Sailor Moon, it’s the age of pirates! While there have been a huge influx of Sailor Moon related products to promote the new Sailor Moon Crystal, everyone knows that in a battle between sailors and pirates, the pirates will win. Accessory maker Wargo Nippon has a new collaboration with One Piece to give all the fans a special way to show off their pirate pride. If you’ve got long hair and have been waiting for a stylish way to keep it out of your face, the wait is over.
Highest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Crazy-cheap Tokyo lunch: All-you-can-eat curry rice for 220 yen (US$1.40)!
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Boro the Caterpillar anime now showing at the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo 【SoraReview】
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
What part of Japan has the best food, and what should you eat there?
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Totoro, Catbus sleeping bags are perfect place to stay cozy all winter…if you fit inside【Pics】
Snoopy and Woodstock, ordinarily inseparable pals, getting separate themed restaurant in Tokyo
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to localsStarbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom seasonHighest Starbucks in Japan set to open this spring in the Tokyo sky
Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Yakuzen ramen restaurant in Tokyo is very different to a yakuza ramen restaurant
Starbucks Japan adds new sakura Frappuccino and cherry blossom drinks to the menu
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourismThe 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
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 homeJapan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
What part of Japan has the best food, and what should you eat there?
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Totoro, Catbus sleeping bags are perfect place to stay cozy all winter…if you fit inside【Pics】
Snoopy and Woodstock, ordinarily inseparable pals, getting separate themed restaurant in Tokyo
Japanese manhole covers become a hit with foreign tourists in off-the-beaten path Tokyo area
Brand-new Cardcaptor Sakura Cafe opens in Tokyo this week, with Kero-chan calling the shots
How to make curry in a rice cooker with zero prep work and no water[Recipe]
We learn the dark secret of Japan’s Woodstock rice balls, still want to eat them【Taste test】
Eight Ways You Really, Really Shouldn’t Use a Japanese Toilet
Tokyo Skytree turns pink for the cherry blossom season