We’re going beyond baka today. (Obviously, this is not safe for work due to language.)
Weird Top Five (Page 3)
Japanese is a crazy language, but not for the reasons you might expect. Read More
The kanji with the most strokes – you may run out of ink before you finish writing some of these.
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Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Ghost in the Sheel goes traditional with Japanese porcelain Tachikoma robots, only 50 to be made
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
We take a 100-yen MP3 player for a test drive, live to tell the tale
Japanese photo studio lets parents transform their kid into Baby Super Mario from Yoshi’s Island
Japanese high school students hatch chick without an eggshell during class【Video】
Transform your fridge into a Japanese nightscape with light-up snack bar signboard magnets
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
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Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon- Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
If you haven’t tried an antenna shop in Japan, you’re missing out
Studio Ghibli releases Spirited Away bags in Japan, based on a mysterious festival
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
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Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026- Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating- Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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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
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
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We take a 100-yen MP3 player for a test drive, live to tell the tale
Japanese photo studio lets parents transform their kid into Baby Super Mario from Yoshi’s Island
Japanese high school students hatch chick without an eggshell during class【Video】
Transform your fridge into a Japanese nightscape with light-up snack bar signboard magnets
What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
A visit to Green Lawson, the futuristic Japanese convenience store where you get served by an avatar
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
New cyberpunk maid cafe opens in Akihabara, Tokyo
“I tape them to my monitor” – Weird things people in Japan do with their cat’s fallen whiskers
Starbucks Japan joins Been There drinkware line with 20 cool designs for all over Japan【Pics】
60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition opens this month to celebrate the Japanese culture of cute
Bear meat noodles?!? Tokyo restaurant adds a new kind of niku soba to its menu【Taste test】
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