2023-12-26T06:00:00Z
Investigators say they’ve cracked this Christmas case.
2023-12-26T13:00:00Z
Now there’s even more to love about our crazy cheap house in the mountains north of Tokyo.
2023-12-26T15:00:00Z
Touching ad may make you tear up next time you book a ticket.
2023-12-26T17:30:00Z
Ikebukuro’s new furusato nozei returns are aimed right at otaku’s hearts, include custom costume and professional makeup and photography.
posted on 2023-12-26 18:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
Drama unfolds around Pokémon card at Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam
Dec 26th 2023
2023-12-27T01:40:00Z
It’s some no-frills food and fun.
2023-12-27T03:30:00Z
There’s a lot of vanilla, but chocolate takes the top spots.
3 Likes
2023-12-27T06:00:00Z
Mr. Sato x Yoshio: The New Empire
2023-12-27T15:15:00Z
Dramatic and delicious teaser shows off Japan’s newest plan to protect itself from the hungry kaiju.
2023-12-27T17:30:00Z
Japan’s most incredible interactive light museum gets a new home in Tokyo.
2023-12-28T01:45:00Z
One of Japan’s most-anticipated lucky bags managed to exceed out expectations with a pair of awesome surprises!
2023-12-28T03:00:00Z
Our certified chef shares a trio of tips that anyone can do/will be impressed by.
2023-12-28T04:45:00Z
People in Japan are known for being polite, but not at this weird winter festival.
2 Likes
2023-12-28T13:15:00Z
The combination deal features six of the chain’s most popular flavors best enjoyed while hibernating in the warmth of home at the year’s end.
2023-12-28T16:00:00Z
The many faces of the pint-sized mind-reader reproduced in mochi and anko.
posted on 2023-12-28 18:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
The Universal Century from Mobile Suit Gundam may not be that far off
Dec 28, 2023 7:10 PM CST
Shooting took place in Okinawa
2023-12-29T02:00:00Z
Even if you don’t have a kimono to use, there’s style some beautiful artwork you can buy!
2023-12-29T02:45:00Z
Looking back on a year of cheap but great stays in Tokyo business and capsule hotels.
3 Likes
Dec 29th 2023
YOSHIKI is First Japanese Artist to be Honored by the Theatre Since Tradition Began in 1927
2023-12-29T14:00:00Z
Inventors will be offering free scan sessions at Comiket, Japan’s largest otaku gathering.
2023-12-29T15:30:00Z
A look back on 10 great meals with low prices.
2023-12-29T17:45:00Z
The green mermaid wants us to relax with a cup of tea and a traditional sweet in every mouthful.
2023-12-30T02:00:00Z
Japan’s long-haul buses can be a convenient, economical way to get around Japan, as long as you’re punctual.
2 Likes
2023-12-30T06:00:00Z
One of Tokyo’s most historic areas is even more spectacular without the crowds.
2023-12-30T13:00:00Z
Muji takes the minimalism it’s known for to the next air-cushiony level.
2023-12-30T16:00:00Z
Teacher reprimanded for inappropriate remarks towards junior high school student.
2023-12-31T04:00:00Z
But the trade-off is that it’s rather hard to get in!
3 Likes
2023-12-31T09:00:00Z
We all have our own ways of coping with life.
2023-12-31T13:00:00Z
Looking back on the year that was with some of Japan’s best limited-edition beverages.
2023-12-31T15:00:00Z
Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu!
3 Likes
posted on 2024-01-01 05:52 EST by Joanna Cayanan
Arisa Noto, Akari Kageyama, Yōhei Azakami & Hitomi Ohwada also announce marriages
2024-01-01T15:00:00Z
Now you can dip your pizza in Tokyo, Korean-style.
Jan 1st 2024
posted on 2024-01-01 18:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
Japan’s biggest winter festival reveals sculptures based on The IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls, Golden Kamuy, Yu Gi Oh!, Miku
2024-01-02T01:30:00Z
Participants pick the most unpleasant parts of public transportation.
3 Likes
2024-01-02T11:59:00Z
2023-01-02T13:00:00Z
The proposal would leave bikers who ignore police warnings about reckless riding with a ticket and fine instead of a criminal charge.
2023-01-03T01:00:00Z
Only available to lottery winners, this “phantom” box is filled with special goods.
2023-01-03T03:00:00Z
The value for money was incredible!
2023-01-03T04:00:00Z
Our reporter gets the inside scoop!
3 Likes
posted on 2024-01-03 00:18 EST by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Voice of Haruhi Suzumiya, Kamen Rider Amazon actor co-starred in Chainsaw Man stage play
2023-01-03T13:00:00Z
The Colonel wishes us a Kentucky New Year.
2023-01-03T15:00:00Z
You never know what you’re going to get in a Starbucks fukubukuro.
2023-01-03T17:30:00Z
Great deals on butt floss to be had this holiday season.
2023-01-04T01:00:00Z
This is one fukubukuro that deserves all its high ratings and rave reviews.
2023-01-04T03:00:00Z
Whether you live in Tokyo or not, this bargain box of Tokyo sweets is well worth fighting for!
2023-01-04T04:45:00Z
You can’t spell “mystery” without a “mys.”
1 Like
2023-01-04T13:00:00Z
It’s like you can smell the fries cooking in the room!
2023-01-04T15:00:00Z
We hold out hope for a can that’s been disappointing us in recent years.
2023-01-04T17:30:00Z
You might be a Starbucks fan, but are you this much of a Starbucks fan?
2023-01-05T03:00:00Z
Huge sweet celebrates the slaying of a sake-loving demon.
2023-01-05T04:45:00Z
New commercial explains “Butter Scotch?” to the nation.
1 Like
Jan 5th 2024
2023-01-05T13:00:00Z
First-ever collaboration includes a Galette des Rois “King Cake” doughnut for New Year.
2023-01-05T15:00:00Z
Japanese bread company goes above and beyond during the disaster, feeding people and keeping their spirits up at the same time.
2023-01-05T17:30:00Z
Disney supplies not just toys and collectibles, but actual practicality!
Jan 5th 2024
Sumire Uesaka has dropped her new music video!
1 Like
2024-01-06T06:00:00Z
Proof that in Japan, Pokémon show up in unlikely places.
2024-01-06T13:00:00Z
From ads to anime and Japan’s rare shiro post box, these outrageous cosplayers made us grin from ear to ear.
2024-01-06T01:00:00Z
This is not what we were expecting.
2024-01-06T04:50:00Z
An unlikely location for an acclaimed dessert makes us wonder if it really is as good as they say.
1 Like
2024-01-06T13:00:00Z
Chihiro is all grown up in special one-off ad that aired during Ghibli TV broadcast in Japan.
posted on 2024-01-07 10:00 EST by Adriana Hazra
Company filed “Schedule A” trademark infringement lawsuits in Illinois against online merchants that sell to U.S. customers
posted on 2024-01-07 19:48 EST by Rafael Antonio Pineda
8 members decide to focus on individual careers before reuniting later
Jan 7, 2024 8:03 PM CST
Preview video for her debut song “Lavender Blue” is now streamed
2024-01-08T03:00:00Z
The original was delicious, but could this one be better?
Jan 7, 2024 10:50 PM CST
Her much-awaited 2nd album hits stores on February 7
2024-01-08T04:50:00Z
Mulan Akiba delivers the randomized gacha goods.
1 Like
2024-01-08T13:00:00Z
Trying on Ank Rouge’s fukubukuro yami-kei starter kit.
Jan 8, 2024 9:00 AM CST
WORLD TOUR 2024 “The Way You Yawn, And the Outcry of Peace” brings the iconic band to Latin America!
2024-01-08T15:00:00Z
Turns out evening is much earlier than you might think.
2024-01-08T17:30:00Z
A helpful hack sets up our reporter for success to get the sparkling wine of her dreams.
posted on 2024-01-08 13:00 EST by Anita Tai
Suzume loses to Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse for Best Animated Feature
Jan 8th 2024
Get a sneak peek of the short version of the new track now
Jan 8th 2024
Single Arrives Days Before Artist’s Biggest Live Show To Date
posted on 2024-01-08 18:00 EST by Alex Mateo
Anno enjoyed Ultraman Taro series though peers rejected it when they were kids
2024-01-09T01:00:00Z
A spoonful of Nerunerunerune helps the medicine go dowowowown.
2024-01-09T02:30:00Z
You won’t find takoyaki like this anywhere else in Japan.
2024-01-09T04:50:00Z
Japanese style usually errs on the conservative side, but not at this ceremony.
1 Like
2024-01-09T15:00:00Z
The best part is their customers get to share the prize.
posted on 2024-01-09 12:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
Voice of Takumi Mukai announced her marriage with handwritten message to her fans
2024-01-09T17:30:00Z
Look out — this cheesy volcano from Japan may be coming to your local branch soon.
2024-01-10T04:50:00Z
Magical woman Cures get special food, drinks, and exclusive merch for fans who grew up with the series.
2 Likes
2024-01-10T13:00:00Z
Nothing makes you feel sophisticated like brewing and drinking the perfect cup of tea!
2024-01-10T15:00:00Z
Kimono and suits are the standard clothing choice for this annual event, but this model chose something much skimpier.
2024-01-10T17:30:00Z
We crack open an overwhelming batch of toys–from the charming to the wacky–in which there’s gotta be something for everyone.
Jan 10th 2024
YOSHIKI is First Japanese Artist to be Honored by the Theatre Since Tradition Began in Nearly 100 Years
posted on 2024-01-10 18:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
For their 30th anniversary, Japanese band Glay got surprise artwork from legendary manga author
Jan 10, 2024 8:55 PM CST
Her much-awaited 4th album “Reflection” hits stores March 27
2024-01-11T01:00:00Z
King of the Monsters teams up with the king of fast food hamburgers.
2024-01-11T04:50:00Z
This New Year’s fukubukuro sort of has us thinking about a different time of year.
1 Like
posted on 2024-01-11 03:42 EST by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Actor not returning to Dr. Eggman role in Sonic Prime season 3
2024-01-11T13:00:00Z
Two limited-edition drinks capture the bittersweet nature of romance.
2024-01-11T15:00:00Z
Lotteria kicks off its sukiyaki fair, which comes with a large side order of Japanese vocabulary.
posted on 2024-01-11 13:30 EST by Alex Mateo
Suwabe will return to work after recovering at home
Jan 11th 2024
posted on 2024-01-11 18:00 EST by Ken Iikura-Gross
Voice actor of Arpeggio of Blue Steel’s Haruna announced her marriage to prolific music producer
posted on 2024-01-11 22:19 EST by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Concerts in Osaka, Nagoya still slated to go ahead as planned
2024-01-12T01:00:00Z
Japan’s most beautiful time of year is coming up fast, and here’s when the flowers are expected to appear in each major region and city.
2024-01-12T03:00:00Z
Now we’ll be able to taste the bread from Kiki’s Delivery Service!
2 Likes
2024-01-12T13:00:00Z
Dom Dom goes devilish with Kamen Rider crossover.
2024-01-12T15:00:00Z
The perfect place to spend a winter’s night!
2024-01-12T17:30:00Z
Proof that McDonald’s pies are totally different in Japan.
Jan 12th 2024
Jan 12th 2024
2024-01-13T04:50:00Z
Little capsules of history.
1 Like
2024-01-13T13:00:00Z
The fresh new year may already be into its second week, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop celebrating!
2024-01-13T16:00:00Z
But they’ve got far less travel stress from another common source.
2 Likes
2024-01-14T13:00:00Z
Prices start at just 100 yen (US$0.69) for Japan’s most sought-after sandwich.
2024-01-14T17:30:00Z
Miko Sushi’s location is a closely guarded secret, but Miko Shokudo is easy to find and amazing to eat at.
Jan 14th 2024
2024-01-15T01:30:00Z
Hands-on history in Tokyo’s most historical neighborhood.
2024-01-15T03:00:00Z
Bag promises everything you need to make them like and subscribe.
2 Likes