Explore Tokyo's hidden gems with a unique 'Yorimichi Map' from Nippori Station, guiding you through local bars and shops. Despite some closures, our reporter discovered unexpected delights and a black omurice!
Escape the Sapporo crowds and discover the Chitose-Shikotsu Lake Ice Festival! This month-long event features breathtaking ice sculptures and illuminated displays, offering a magical winter experience.
Starbucks Japan is releasing a limited-edition Valentine's Day collection with a "Bitter & Sweet" theme. Expect chocolate-inspired drinkware, gift cards, and even a furry cat pouch!
Village Vanguard's 2026 lucky bags are here! This year, the Pink Lucky Bag offers a mix of the bizarre and the surprisingly useful.
Beat the winter blues with Ito En's new sakura-infused green tea and matcha! Available from January 19th, these limited-edition drinks offer a taste of spring.
After 30 years, Pokémon and Lego fans can rejoice! New Pokémon Lego kits featuring Pikachu, Eevee, and more are available for preorder, offering a unique building experience.
Japanese researchers at Hokkaido University have created mice with sperm that glows, a medical breakthrough aiding male reproductive health studies. This advancement allows for more accurate and humane testing of treatments, potentially benefiting human medicine.
Kitakyushu's Seijinshiki (Coming of Age Ceremony) is famous for its outlandish outfits. New adults celebrate turning 20 with costumes inspired by biker gangs and yankee delinquents.
Japan's Coming of Age Day traditions are evolving! Learn how the lowered legal adult age impacts celebrations and ceremonies for those turning 18 or 20.
Starbucks Japan is offering a limited-edition Popcorn Frappuccino at its Reserve Cafe in Shinjuku Marui. This unique drink features espresso poured over caramel popcorn, topped with popcorn-flavored whipped cream and a salted pretzel.
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