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Joe Rikiichi 1st Mini Album “Carnival Eve” Available at animate International

Oct 27th 2023

Chikura no Iwaya: Secret beach cave only appears for two hours a day, and here’s how to see it | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-27T13:15:00Z
Created completely by nature, this is a hidden gem you won’t want to miss during your Japan travels.

Japanese Group NAQT VANE Release New Digital Single “Nightingale” on October 27

Oct 27th 2023

Stay in an eerie Japanese ryokan inn near Tokyo Tower for US$40 a night | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-27T15:00:00Z
Traditional accommodation in Tokyo’s ritzy Minato Ward doesn’t get much cheaper than this…but there’s a catch.

“Write, Write”: Mr. Sato inspires future writers of Japan with a speech at a local art university | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-27T17:50:00Z
Our reporter shows young and aspiring writers what’s really important.

Watch Horimiya Manga Illustrator Daisuke Hagiwara Draw Alongside Superstar LiSA’s Music

Oct 27, 2023 1:51 PM CDT
Hagiwara was inspired by LiSA’s “Yu-ke” while drawing

Voice Actor Asami Imai Makes VTuber Debut as Shishu Mingos

Oct 27, 2023 8:17 PM CDT
Her song “just save me” was performed for the first time

End-of-the-Line Exploring in Japan: Tokyo’s Mita Line can give you all the nothing you want【Pics】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-28T02:00:00Z
Let’s take a ride to the northernmost stop of the Tokyo subway network.

Four New Members of English-speaking VTuber Project V4Mirai’s Second Generation Make Their Debut

Oct 27th 2023
Starting activities on Friday, October 27th, 2023 at 4 PM PDT!

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Shibuya locks down Hachiko statue for Halloween 2023 while Burger King Center Gai shuts its doors | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-28T06:00:00Z
Shibuya City is serious about stopping the Halloween street party this year.

Mega Yakisoba Pan takes Japanese convenience store food to crazy new places | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-28T13:15:00Z
Convenience store chain’s extreme yakisoba bread is even frightening the locals.

Hey, have you eaten the news? – Japanese “noodle newspaper” comes with writing on the soba | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-29T01:00:00Z
Taste-testing Nagano’s Soba Shimbun.

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300-year-old Tokyo comb company sells 30,000-yen wooden hair combs—Are they worth it? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-29T06:30:00Z
And if you’d rather have a 60,000-yen comb, this Asakusa shop has some of those too.

Japan’s most popular MSG maker had to battle some nasty rumors 100 years ago | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-29T13:00:00Z
Aji no Moto tasted so good, some people thought there must be some creepy creatures on the ingredient list.

Osaka Ohsho Chinese restaurant chain serves curry? We try it out, then find something crazier | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-30T01:20:00Z
Osaka Ohsho is really branching out with these new dishes.

The best cosplayers from Day One of the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2023 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-30T03:00:00Z
Tokyo’s famous otaku neighbourhood was the place to be for some of the hottest characters this Halloween.

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Screen/Voice Actor Junya Ikeda Arrested for Alleged Fraud

posted on 2023-10-30 04:57 EDT by Joanna Cayanan
BāRU agency cancels Digimon Adventure/Ensemble Stars! voice actor’s contract

Nijisanji EN Announces ‘Cooking Voice’

Oct 30th 2023
“Cooking Voice” featuring NIJISANJI EN Livers will be available from November 5th (Sunday) 18:00 PST!

Charme Gatto BL Drama CD ‘Don’t Expose My Sub (Ore no Sub wo Abakuna)’ Pre-Orders Open Now at animate International

Oct 30th 2023

Drinkable Choco Flakes in a can contains…pieces of actual corn?! | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-30T13:00:00Z
When you want to remind people what cornflakes are made of, in an unforgettable way.

Grand Sumo Tournament pop-up cafe pushes its way into Fukuoka | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-30T15:20:00Z
I hope they throw salt over everything.

hololive Production’s Murasaki Shion, La+ Darknesss, Hakos Baelz, And Kobo Kanaeru to Perform in 3D LIVE For Opening Act at Riot Games ONE 2023

Oct 30th 2023

The newest must-eat Japanese KitKats: Deep-fried KitKat katsu on sticks | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-30T18:00:00Z
Sweet, savory, and doubly lucky.

Restaurant specializing in tamago kake men (TKM), raw egg over noodles, opens in central Tokyo | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-31T01:00:00Z
Does this lesser-known noodle variant of the quick-and-easy tamago kake gohan (TKG) have what it takes to become the next big thing?

Japanese temple shop sells special shumai dumplings…with no meat in them | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-31T03:00:00Z
You won’t find shumai like this anywhere else.

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Uji City Teams up With Kyoto Animation to Showcase Town’s Storied History

Oct 31, 2023 3:30 AM CDT
KyoAni drew a visual and logo for the city

Does Guile’s Street Fighter video game crouching block work in real life?【Experiment】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-31T13:00:00Z
Who’s man enough to fight with Seiji?

See the Best Anime and Video Game Costumes at Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fes.

by Ken Iikura-Gross, Oct 31st 2023

Halloween costume idea: Dressing up as the Tokyo neighborhood that banned Halloween parties【Pics】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-31T15:00:00Z
If we can’t go to Shibuya on Halloween, then we’re going to be Shibuya on Halloween.

New Japanese bowl-shaped donburi rice cooker cooks rice and toppings at the same time | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-10-31T17:30:00Z
Making curry rice and beef bowls is now easier and faster than ever.

Ado Japan Tour 2023 “Mars” Now Available for Streaming Worldwide on Beyond Live

Oct 31st 2023
Enigmatic chart-topping artist presents her captivating Live performance at Nippon Budokan, now available for global fans to stream for the first time.

Tokyo’s best downtown garden gets even more beautiful with after-dark fall colors event | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-01T01:30:00Z
Naked returns to Shinjuku Gyoen.

Kung-fu shoe flipping tournament coming back to Yokohama Chinatown | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-01T03:30:00Z
Kick off your shoes and have a good time.

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Nijisanji’s ‘VΔLZ’ First Solo Live Concert Blu-Ray Now Available at animate International

Nov 1st 2023

Mysterious mountain restaurant in Japan whisks us away to another world | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-01T05:00:00Z
Hidden gem wows us with its atmospheric setting, and its amazing food.

Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-01T16:15:00Z
Shibuya Scramble Starbucks is closed, and it’s all because of online video streaming.

The butter pudding from Kaldi doesn’t taste like butter or pudding, so what does it taste like? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-02T01:00:00Z
We investigate an intriguing sweets product at the popular international foods chain and discover the secret of its hidden flavor.

The best cosplayers from Day Two of the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2023 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-02T03:20:00Z
Famous characters come to life on this last day of cosplay celebrations.

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COVER Corporation Announces hololive production Countdown Live 2023▷2024

Nov 2nd 2023
65 hololive production talents will be participating in the Countdown Event!

No talking allowed, at all, at new Tokyo cafe, even when you’re ordering【Videos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-02T05:00:00Z
Gestures are the only way to communicate at this Harajuku cafe.

McDonald’s Japan releases newest heartwarming anime ad in everyday happiness series【Video】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-02T14:00:00Z
McNuggets aren’t the only thing these high schoolers are in love with.

Our visit to the coolest Book Off used Japanese book store that we’ve ever seen | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-02T15:00:00Z
Let’s just say you’ll find far, far more than books.

U.S. military in Japan bulk buys Japanese scallops as China’s Japanese seafood ban continues | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T01:30:00Z
The spirit of Operation Tomodachi lives on.

Christmas arrives early at Starbucks in Japan with new Merry Cream Frappuccino | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T03:15:00Z
Limited-edition beverage looks set to be the hit drink of the festive season.

Composer Joe Hisaishi Receives The Order of Rising Sun Award from Japanese Government

Nov 2, 2023 11:40 PM CDT
“It is a great encouragement to me,” said Hisaishi

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Man in Japan arrested after sneaking into woman’s apartment and washing her lingerie | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T05:00:00Z
Remembering to hang it up to dry afterwards not likely to earn him any clemency.

Hidden oasis on a Japanese department store rooftop is home to Monet’s Pond in Tokyo | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T13:30:00Z
Free to visit, this huge rooftop is one of the best places to take a break from the chaos of the city.

Trying Häagen-Dazs Japan’s Brûlée Brûlée Brûlée for a taste of, well, crème brûlée | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T15:30:00Z
No, that’s not a typo.

Beautiful models and cool cars from the Japan Mobility Show【Photos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-03T18:00:00Z
A visit to the renamed Tokyo Motor Show.

Manga Creator Machiko Satonaka Honored as Person of Cultural Merit

posted on 2023-11-03 16:00 EDT by Alex Mateo
Creator of Lady Ann, “Pia no Shouzou” interested in A.I. manga

Voice Actor Toshiyuki Toyonaga Reveals 7 Characters Featured in 10th Anniversary Album

Nov 3, 2023 9:07 PM CDT
All songs are written/composed by himself

Does Harajuku’s ramen restaurant with a constant line live up to the hype? Let’s find out! | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-04T01:00:00Z
Are lines deceptive, or is the food as good as they suggest?

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No need to wait in line for Michelin-starred ramen – Tokyo restaurant starts reservation system | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-04T06:00:00Z
Ginza restaurant will let you skip waiting in line if you plan ahead…and pay a fee.

Inventor of the punch perm awarded Medal of Honor | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-04T13:00:00Z
Osakan inventor attributes idea to those damn long-haired Beatles.

An unexpected visitor stops by our cheap Japanese house in the countryside【SoraHouse】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-04T16:00:00Z
Proof that when night falls, nature comes out to play in the Japanese countryside, like something out of an anime film.

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The Shibuya Ward Mayor All But Banned Halloween This Year, But Did It Work?

posted on 2023-11-05 07:00 EST by Ken Ikuhara-Gross
Due to events in other areas and the holiday being on a weekday, less people showed up in costume in Shibuya

“Hey, British taxi driver, take us to the best fish and chips shop in this part of London!” | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-05T13:15:00Z
Will another taxi consultation result in another delicious meal?

Quick-thinking, compassionate Japanese cab driver prevents passenger suicide at dam | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-05T17:50:00Z
That’s some dam fine work.

This decommissioned bus on the side of the road in Tochigi serves up some tasty ramen | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T01:30:00Z
Get on the ramen bus!

This buttery, garlicky sausage and rice recipe is simple, cheap, and pretty much to die for | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T03:00:00Z
What more could you want in a meal?!

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Japan’s new Coins of Destiny capsule toys want to help you answer life’s most important questions | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T06:00:00Z
Such as “Should I get up now, or go back to sleep?”

Epic melon pancakes found at hidden cafe in Tokyo | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T13:30:00Z
Proof that some of Tokyo’s best secrets are hiding underground.

McDonald’s Japan ends heartwarming nothing-special anime ad series with two last videos | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T14:30:00Z
After family, friends, and lovers, two more “nothing-special happy times” get their moments in the cozy anime spotlight.

Japan’s most popular revolving sushi chain relaxes employee dress code, allows dyed hair, beards

2023-11-06T14:30:00Z
Sushiro wants to create a more individualistic work environment.

Ghibli Composer Joe Hisaishi Inducted Into Order of the Rising Sun

posted on 2023-11-06 11:00 EST by Anita Tai
Award honors individuals who make significant contributions to country

J-pop royalty Ayumi Hamasaki teams up with Club Harie for collaborative baum cakes | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T16:00:00Z
The best-selling Japanese solo musical artist in history celebrates her 25th anniversary with a special sweet treat.

Luna Sea Dual Arena Tour 2023 October 7-8, 2023 K-Arena Yokohama Live Report

Nov 6th 2023

Canned zosui rice porridge poised to be new hot drink vending machine hero in Japan this winter | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-06T18:00:00Z
Hot vending machine drinks inspired by hot pot.

Suntory Ad Celebrates Bar Scenes Throughout Anime History

posted on 2023-11-06 19:00 EST by Joanna Cayanan
Can you name all the anime titles in the ad?

Voice Actor Rimi Nishimoto to Reduce Her Activities due to Illness

Nov 6, 2023 7:42 PM CST
The doctor recommends her refraining from hard exercise

Secret lunch spot in Tokyo’s Muji Hotel is a hidden gem that few people know about | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T02:00:00Z
Get a taste of Muji that you can’t get anywhere else.

Our Japanese reporter tries Palestinian food for the first time in Tokyo【Taste test】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T03:00:00Z
Seiji expands his palate in Nakajuban.

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Eat at a kotatsu while enjoying the view from Osaka’s Harukas 300 Observatory this winter | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T06:00:00Z
Enjoy your choice of two of Japan’s favorite hotpot dishes from the toastiest seats ever on top of the second-tallest building in Japan.

Voice Actor Daisuke Hirakawa to Gradually Return to Work After Being Discharged From Hospital

Nov 7, 2023 7:17 AM CST
Hirakawa was admitted to hospital for sudden deafness

Orders of regional Japanese fish dish jakoten explode after politician insults them | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T14:00:00Z
Karma is particularly strong when it comes to Japanese cuisine, apparently.

Expensive Japanese nail clippers: Are they worth it? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T15:00:00Z
Precision quality from a city known for its blacksmithing techniques.

Testing a cockroach trap from a clothing website on our 100-year-old house【SoraHouse】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-07T18:00:00Z
Claims to work well in your “home office kitchen.”

The Idolm@ster and Love Live! Franchises Special Joint Concert’s Theme Song Music Video Streamed

Nov 7, 2023 7:17 PM CST
General sales of the tickets has begun

Voice Actor Idol Unit i☆Ris to Release 24th Single in January 2024

Nov 7, 2023 7:41 PM CST
The group will appear at Anime NYC 2023

Voice Actor Shouta Aoi Releases New Music Video “Freestyle Lover”

Nov 7, 2023 8:23 PM CST
His 3rd full album “DETONATOR” hits Japanese stores today

Persona 5 Tactica x Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Collaboration Kicks off Nov 17

Nov 7th 2023
Participating Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Locations to Offer a Triple Threat Drink Menu and Collectible Keychain Giveaway for an Upcoming Game from the Popular Persona™ Franchise

Gundam Deploys To The Las Vegas Prix, Partnering with Scuderia Alphatauri

Nov 7th 2023
Watch Scuderia AlphaTauri Formula 1 Driver Yuki Tsunoda Bring the Legendary Franchise from Bandai Namco to the Racing Grid in a New Promotional Video

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Japan’s Qurra gadget has a weird name, logical purpose: Keeping your feet warm in winter | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-08T06:00:00Z
In a no-shoes-indoors society, the Qurra is here to help.

Gum with no flavor on sale at Lawson convenience stores across Japan【Tasteless test】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-08T13:00:00Z
You can’t say it tastes bad…

Singing Sensation Crystal Kay Reflects on How Anime and Music Connects Us All

Nov 8, 2023 10:00 AM CST
“Just having that relation to anime has connected me to people all over the world which is such a beautiful thing!”

Yoshiki Responds Following Reports of X Japan Bassist Heath Passing Away Due to Cancer

posted on 2023-11-08 13:00 EST by Joanna Cayanan
YOSHIKI cancelled U.S. appearance on November 3 to go back to Japan

Supermarket sushi becomes a hot topic with foreigners on Reddit, but is it any good? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-08T16:00:00Z
Is this Japanese supermarket sushi really worth the hype?

Crazy gadget company Thanko’s new “earphones” don’t play music, do heat your ears from the inside | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-08T18:00:00Z
Sleep aid device Mimipokka skips the tunes to focus on relaxation and destressing

Sriracha vending machines rising in Japan, our reporter tries it for first time (with Cup Noodle) | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T01:30:00Z
The hit hot sauce from overseas isn’t quite what he was expecting.

The new Pikachu and Psyduck donuts are here! Taste-testing the Mister Donut Pokémon sweets【Photos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T03:00:00Z
Psyduck’s donut debut sort of breaks your brain to look at, but how does it taste?

Japanese city gets its very own Starbucks Frappuccino for a limited time | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T04:00:00Z
Limited-edition drink celebrates milestone anniversary in style, with a nod to the local dialect.

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Our reporter Seiji gets a weird package from overseas, meets a friend he didn’t know he had | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T10:00:00Z
Getting a blood-red cassette tape from someone he didn’t know freaked him out, but also piqued his curiosity.

New Ginza sushi bar offers 21-piece omakase course for just US$60 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T14:00:00Z
This glamorous 10-seater counter restaurant serves up one of the best sushi deals in Tokyo.

Aerosmith taiyaki now available in Japan for a limited time | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-09T15:10:00Z
American band who fell in love with taiyaki after visiting Japan finally gets the release they’ve truly been waiting for.

This regional pizza buffet offers so many flavors you won’t be able to try them all

2023-11-09T18:00:00Z
We sure gave it our best shot, though!

Survive Said The Prophet, Soma Saito, Hikaru Utada and More Music Videos are Now Available on Crunchyroll

Nov 9, 2023 1:00 PM CST
Enjoy brand new music videos on Crunchyroll today!

Insane Lump of Meat Curry, a.k.a. “Bam! Hearty Tender Meat Curry,” returns to Japan’s CoCo Ichi | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-10T01:00:00Z
Mr. Sato sits down for a literal new level in massively meaty curry rice.

Voice Actor Aya Uchida Releases New Music Video “Marude Genki”

Nov 9, 2023 8:40 PM CST
Her 5th album ranks 9th on the daily album charts

It’s Picture-Perfect Fun in SPY x FAMILY Waku Waku Park Event Visual

Nov 9, 2023 10:33 PM CST
Event opens on December 15 in Ikebukuro’s Sunshine City

This Japanese donut chain branch may have found an easy way to thwart Pokémon merch scalpers | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-10T03:00:00Z
It’d only work for single locations, but our Poké-fan reporter thinks this might be an easy and effective strategy.

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Japanese tatami scratching mats for “their lordships, the cats” being handmade in Kumamoto【Pics】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-10T06:00:00Z
A touch of traditional Japanese interior luxury for the true lord of your manor.

100-year-old brush shop in Tokyo sells a Japanese body brush that’s painfully good | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-10T15:40:00Z
Mr Sato treats his skin to a beauty product that’s surprisingly painful.

HourHouse Talk Anime and Genre-Bending For Their Newest Single

Nov 10, 2023 1:00 PM CST
Frontman Milly also talked about their anime tattoo sleeve

Kenshi Yonezu’s Hit Song ‘Kick Back’ Achieves Historic RIAA Gold Certification

posted on 2023-11-10 18:00 EST by Joanna Cayanan
Another feat added to Yonezu and J-pop’s list of historic firsts

Panju: A Rare Japanese sweet you can buy from a food cart for less than 30 cents | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-11T02:00:00Z
A hidden gem that’s popular with locals.

Japan’s lacquer-black cheesecake ice cream bars, shocking to see, but delicious to eat?【Photos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-11T04:30:00Z
Shikkoku no Cheesecake lives up to its name.

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Setting up zero-cost electricity at our cheap Japanese country house so it looks less haunted | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-11T13:30:00Z
Let there be light at the SoraHouse!

Golden ramen in Tokyo costs 1,980 yen instead of 10,000 yen for a limited time! | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-11T15:15:00Z
A deal too good to pass up, but there are limited meals available.

We visit one of the last rooftop amusement parks in Japan and feel like we stepped back in time | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-12T02:00:00Z
Our reporter returns to a place of her childhood that’s still going strong after decades of operation.

Japan has only one time zone, and sunset comes a lot earlier in Tokyo【Photos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-12T04:00:00Z
How different do Tokyo and Fukuoka look at 5 p.m.?

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Tokyo has a new vending machine where everything inside is free【Photos】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-12T14:00:00Z
Moraeru Jihanki doesn’t need money, only costs a little of your time.

This Japanese maid has a special ability she’d like to share with you | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-12T16:00:00Z
A trick anyone can learn with a bit of practice.

Dragon Quest slime bread appearing at Lawson Store 100 all over Japan | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-13T02:00:00Z
Command?

Japan Railway’s burger chain, Becker’s, is permanently closing, taking Japan’s poutine with it | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-13T03:00:00Z
After more than three decades, it’s the end of the line for the JR station burger chain.

Japanese convenience store chain wows us with its hidden street food | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-13T04:30:00Z
This is one product that’s too good to be kept a secret.

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Kōhaku Song Contest Reveals 2023 Lineup With No Former Johnny’s Artists for the 1st Time in 44 Years

posted on 2023-11-13 05:26 EST by Joanna Cayanan
Ado, singing voice of Uta from One Piece Film Red, debuts on the program as herself

Tokyo vending machine sells beautiful shugifukuro money envelopes for wedding and other gifts | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-13T15:30:00Z
A modern twist on Japan’s traditional gift-giving culture.

Are you Team Karaage or Team Tonkatsu? We grapple with this weighty debate | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-13T17:30:00Z
Both may be fried, but fans have strong opinions.

74th Kohaku Uta Gassen Announces Performers Including YOASOBI, Tatsuya Kitani, Ado and More

Nov 13, 2023 8:29 PM CST
Performed songs usually revealed in mid-December

Voice Actor Shugo Nakamura Releases New Music Video “NOTE”

Nov 13, 2023 9:09 PM CST
Nakamura’s new mini album “Henshin” hits stores on December 13

Osaka restaurateur sends ramen ingredients into space for six months to test effects of cosmic rays | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-14T03:10:00Z
Founder hopes to expand to Mars when feasible.

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VTuber Group ‘Nijisanji’ CD Project ‘Focus On’ Solo Singles by Kizuku Yashiro and Kuramochi Meruto Available at animate International

Nov 14th 2023

SiM Announces 2024 North America Tour with Exclusive Crunchyroll Presale Code

Nov 14, 2023 9:00 AM CST
“The Rumbling” rockers set off on their first headlining North American tour

Sushi for breakfast? Our under-1,000-yen breakfast with Hama Sushi’s new morning menu | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-14T15:15:00Z
It may not be normal, but we could get used to this.

How much more expensive is it to use microwave rice packs instead of cooking/freezing your own? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-14T17:30:00Z
”Pack rice” and frozen rice leftovers can both save you time, but how much money does the cheaper option save you?

Toho International Launches iiZO, a Premiere Store for Every Anime Fan

Nov 14th 2023

New indie game The Exit 8 may make us never want to enter another Japanese subway station again | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-15T01:30:00Z
Anyone who’s ever gotten lost in the maze of a Tokyo station is bound to feel something akin to adventure, horror, or both when playing this game.

Anisong Singer Aimer Releases 23rd Single “Shiroiro Kagerou” Music Video

Nov 14, 2023 8:20 PM CST
The CD single will be available on December 6

Hey, Japanese taxi driver! Take us to a good non-Hiroshima-y restaurant in Hiroshima | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-15T02:30:00Z
Skipping Hiroshima’s most famous food brought us to a place that both is and isn’t representative of the city.

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Alleged Sex Abuse Victim Of J-Pop Agency Founder Johnny Kitagawa Dies In Possible Suicide

2023-11-15T13:15:00Z

Fox Ears Can’t Lie in Nissin Foods Kitsune Udon Animated Commercial

Nov 15, 2023 8:15 AM CST
Pokémon voice actors lend their talents to ad for noodle dish

Do cheese and matcha go together? We find out with Starbucks Japan’s limited-time customisation | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-15T15:30:00Z
A cheesy green tea Frappuccino to celebrate the holidays.

Mannequin Duo FEMM Runs Through the World, Dropping Final EP ‘Cherry’

Nov 15th 2023

Japanese Rock Band I Don’t Like Mondays. Release new single ‘What’s going on? feat. Celina Sharma’

Nov 15th 2023

If you cook Kyoto’s famous chewy “raw” confectionary, will it become a rice cracker?【SoraKitchen】 | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-15T18:00:00Z
Can we recreate the baked version of yatsuhashi with different cooking methods?

Hilton Japan apologizes for “disrespectful” ad disparaging traditional Japanese inns | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-16T02:00:00Z
Negative reaction to unfair comparison between ryokan and hotel experiences prompts video takedown.

Is the new Aerosmith traditional Japanese sweets worth eating, or should you miss this thing? | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

2023-11-16T04:00:00Z
Taiyaki chain and American rock band form unlikely partnership.