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Japan now has facial-recognition ticket gates, but why aren't people using them?

9 days ago

Counting in Japanese just became a whole lot easier with this handy infographic

10 days ago

Starbucks Japan releases new Halloween Frappuccino for 2026, inspired by a cat in a mystery forest

1 hour ago

Wendy's Japan goes big with new limited-edition Mega Wendy's, but is it worth the calories?

3 hours ago

Tokyo no-map-app walk! Getting lost with Mr. Sato on the way to Kishimojin

11 hours ago

Yogurt and Japanese koji fungus is Japan's latest food trend, but how does it taste? [Taste test]

13 hours ago

Nissin takes the lid off its first-ever Cup Noodle Point Program for you to win fun prizes

14 hours ago

Cup Noodle Mystery Meat

14 hours ago

Sendai Bank gifts babies their weight at birth in money upon opening a new bank account

22 hours ago

Osaka man arrested for running little pet shop of horrors with dangerous crocodile

1 day ago

Krispy Kreme Japan gets extra-local with adorable new Hokkaido snow fairy donuts

1 day ago

Make-your-own-Totoro plushie workshop event coming to Ghibli Park park this fall

1 day ago

Viral Yokohama cafe tops teas with mini teapots with a clever smoldering secret [Photos]

1 day ago

Studio Ghibli adds new cosy socks to its anime merchandise collection

1 day ago

Japanese food hack says to soak your grapes in carbonated water, but is the fizz worth the buzz?

2 days ago

One of Japan's best convenience store egg sandwiches is one you won't find at the big three chains

2 days ago

Cuddly starry night Totoro and other Ghibli blankets set to keep you cozy in chilly months ahead

2 days ago

Foreign tourist numbers drop in Osaka, despite record-setting highs from U.S. and Korea

3 days ago

Starbucks Japan says sayonara to the Filone for new sandwiches and a Pumpkin Soupuccino

3 days ago

Totoro and other Ghibli anime figure humidifiers return just in time for the dry season [Photos]

3 days ago

Casio collaborates with a Kyoto foil master for a luxurious one million yen G-SHOCK

3 days ago

Opening of new Gundam anime superstore in America postponed indefinitely

3 days ago

McDonald's Japan officially changes its mascot's name…to Ronald McDonald

4 days ago

Studio Ghibli's Calcifer is ready to light up your home as a magical-looking candle lamp [Photos]

6 days ago

Japan's first-ever conveyor-belt Sushi Bus announces Tokyo tour start date, reservations now open

5 days ago

Toys R Us is leaving Japan after 35 years in the country

6 days ago

Starbucks Japan unveils new Pokémon collaboration with Pikachu Latte and exclusive goods

12 days ago

Lady Gaga and Family Mart team up for a Japanese convenience store work video [Video]

11 days ago

New Gundam Base superstores coming soon in the U.S., with one opening this month

17 days ago

Studio Ghibli releases new plush mascot character collection with a focus on friendship

14 days ago

Studio Ghibli releases new onigiri rice ball-shaped lunch bag for Kiki's Delivery Service fans

25 days ago

Do Japan's new single-minded convenience store bento show depressing poverty or satisfying focus?

11 days ago

How to watch Studio Ghibli's new anime in Japan, with a special after-dark outdoor screening for Halloween

26 days ago

Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country

3 months ago

Japan's human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo

10 months ago

Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there's only one place in the world where you can see it

2 months ago

Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine's Day

8 months ago

Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026

7 months ago

Japan's newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]

7 months ago

Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don't accept payment through Suica or other IC cards

2 months ago

Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad

3 months ago

Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir

1 month ago

Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa

1 day ago

Family Mart releases 47 convenience store socks and stickers, one for every prefecture in Japan

27 days ago

Japan announces new permanent residency guidelines, foreigners must earn more than average Japanese person

4 days ago

Foreign tourists get free Shinkansen tickets in Japan, and here's how to claim them

6 days ago