Famous “Cat’s Tongue” cookies get a whole new look with a limited-edition release at only one location. One of the best places to shop for Tokyo souvenirs is in the basement of Tokyo Station, and som
This breathtaking spectacle includes, beef, desserts, hot dishes, drinks, and a special grill experience, but it requires some insider expertise to properly wade through. As much as we love a bargain-
The draft revision of the Artificial Intelligence Basic Plan highlights the growing risk of cyberattacks that exploit AI.
Agriculture minister Norikazu Suzuki handed out rice balls made from Japanese rice to shoppers during a Japanese food fair.
Exports of some key types of tungsten, as well as rare-earths dysprosium and terbium, stayed at zero in May, according to Chinese customs data.
The tree was planted at a park with a memorial monument for victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Sanrio Fes brings gigantic cuteness to Minato Mirai. Hello Kitty is a big star all over the world, but she’s a really, really big star here in Japan. How big? 100-meters (328-feet) big. That’s the si
Slushy sweet drink from the U.S. makes its Harajuku debut. Weather-wise it’s been a surprisingly mild June in Tokyo, but that’s only going to make the inevitable heart and humidity of midsummer feel a
The fee will be increased from the current ¥3,000 to ¥15,000 for a single-entry visa and from ¥6,000 to ¥30,000 for a multiple-entry visa starting July 1.
Anime/manga-themed café’s baked goods run the range from cute to crazy, just like Chiikawa itself. Osaka is famous as one of Japan’s best foodie destinations, with kuidaore, “eat until you drop,” bein
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