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Sora News 24 - Top Stories

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

1 hour ago

7-Eleven Japan has a lot of famous food, but its new burrito needs to be on your radar

3 hours ago

Studio Ghibli adds a new Jiji mini bag to its anime merchandise shop in Japan

4 hours ago

Mos Burger opens fancy burger shop and bar in Ginza, Tokyo

12 hours ago

Mosh Burger & Bar

12 hours ago

Japanese overnight sightseeing train returns for summer with ramen stops and ocean views

15 hours ago

Japan's Mocchurin donuts declared too popular to exist by creator Mister Donut, will disappear soon

16 hours ago

Studio Ghibli mini towels add anime flair to a Japanese cultural tradition

17 hours ago

Japan's Pokémon mailboxes saved from removal with last-minute extension on final day

1 day ago

Japanese convenience store coffees are now bigger than ever, thanks to the new "Deka Drink" trend

1 day ago

Japan's new pettably fuzzy cat-shaped earbud chargers meow to let you know their status[Video]

1 day ago

Why you shouldn't feel guilty about using manga for studying and the top series for learning

1 day ago

Sleep at Hoshinoya Nara Prison, one of the most unique hotels in Japan

1 day ago

Live-action Persona adaptation to be produced by Netflix, probably not set in Japan

1 day ago

We try out the joys of Japan's kakuuchi wine vending machine

1 day ago

Speed trap camera stolen from Saitama Police while in use

2 days ago

Tokyo has only two barley tea makers, and we visited one to see how mugicha is made

2 days ago

New live-action Pokémon adaptation announced for Pokémon Unite

2 days ago

Studio Ghibli combines anime and craftsmanship in new Totoro and Jiji Gobelin tapestry bags

2 days ago

Sanrio Character Poll announces winners, Hello Kitty absent from top 10 in many countries

2 days ago

Mt Fuji installs new emergency shelters ahead of the 2026 climbing season

2 days ago

Live-action Spirited Away stage play announces world tour with first-ever U.S. and Canadian dates

2 days ago

Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer

8 days ago

Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed "Monster Wolf" to keep bears away from convenience store

6 days ago

Starbucks Japan reopens Shinkansen platform store after redesigning it for speed

6 days ago

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

8 days ago

Japanese man's gross conveyor belt sushi social media prank video gets him a 500,000-yen fine

4 days ago

Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]

9 days ago

Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad

12 days ago

Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America

16 days ago

New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style

19 days ago

Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump's Shueisha

1 month ago

Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan

28 days ago

Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon

14 days ago

Forget Tokyo go-karts – there's a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan

15 days ago

Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we're totally here for it

11 days ago

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

7 months ago

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

5 months ago

We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan

11 months ago

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

4 months ago

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

4 months ago

Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it's the best way to start your day【Taste test】

8 months ago

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

2 months ago

Japan's 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]

2 months ago

Blind Tokyo commuter explains the easiest place for him to stand while riding the train

3 days ago

Pikachu brings electric style to brand-new Pokémon G-Shock watch featuring every stater trio

5 days ago