Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today.
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While attending Wireless Japan 2012 this year, we were able to see some offerings by the best companies of the mobile industry. But many times, it’s the small to mid-sized businesses that really aim to make a name for themselves.
Enter Sun Crest Ltd., who shocked many with their line of shockproof screen film protectors. Although it’s not officially released, we got ahold of a sample and put it to the test with some whacks from a wine bottle.
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Cyberpunk anime meets traditional culture in Ghost in the Shell gold leaf Japanese changing screens
Chinese Man Found Dead After 40-Hour Gaming Session 【News Bite】
Tokyo’s breathtaking “museum hotel” miniature art exhibit will make you feel tiny too【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Over 20 percent of Burger Kings in Japan suddenly vanishing this month
Dragon Quest Burgers and Slime drinks are coming to McDonald’s Japan【Video】
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirementsLacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branchesDisillusionment 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 considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answerJapan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
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
Chinese Man Found Dead After 40-Hour Gaming Session 【News Bite】
Tokyo’s breathtaking “museum hotel” miniature art exhibit will make you feel tiny too【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Over 20 percent of Burger Kings in Japan suddenly vanishing this month
Dragon Quest Burgers and Slime drinks are coming to McDonald’s Japan【Video】
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods, drinkware and candles for the 2025 holiday season
Twitter artist reimagines 64 pokémon as “Substitute” plushies to adorable results
A Japanese dating app matched our bachelorette with a Buddhist monk, and she learned some things
This dorayaki spot is one of the best sweets shop in Tokyo that people don’t know about yet
Masahiko Ozumi Paris in Osaka makes the comfiest desserts around
Sumo Sanrio! Hello Kitty and pals team up with Japan Sumo Association for new merch【Pics】
Mini rice cooker cases: The newest Japanese capsule toys we never knew we needed until just now
This Osaka shrine is a hidden gem that includes a giant, roaring lion’s head