Uchiwa Stay Osaka Namba offers massive apartment-style hotel rooms perfect for groups up to eight. Enjoy shared kitchen and dining spaces, plus easy access to Dotonbori's nightlife.
Unboxing the highly sought-after Starbucks Japan 'fukubukuro' for 2026! Discover the limited-edition merchandise, including a stylish tote bag, exclusive drinkware, and valuable tickets.
Living in Japan can pose unexpected health challenges for expats and long-term visitors. Understanding common lifestyle illnesses and how to address them is crucial for a healthy stay.
Starbucks Japan is releasing limited-edition Cacao & Strawberry Mousse Frappuccino and Cacao Mousse Latte for Valentine's Day 2026. Available from January 14th while supplies last, these drinks offer a unique, rich cacao flavor.
Score retro video game bargains outside Tokyo's city center at shops like Guruguru Daiteikoku in Hachioji. Reporter Takuya Inaba explores themed 'lucky bags' filled with surprises for PSP, PS3, Nintendo DS, and Wii.
Vandals are defacing bamboo groves near Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine, a popular destination known for its stunning natural beauty. This damage impacts the visual experience and threatens the health of the trees.
Japan's Valentine's Day gets a cute upgrade with the return of KitKat Heartful Bear. This year's collaboration with Afternoon Tea Living features adorable gifts like pouches and tumblers, available at stores across Japan and online.
Studio Ghibli's Donguri Kyowakoku restocked its popular Princess Mononoke magnets. Perfect for anime fans, these detailed decorations bring the film's magic to your home.
Wakayama's Kishi Station welcomes Yontama as its new feline stationmaster, continuing a beloved tradition. Travelers can visit Yontama and Gotama (now stationmaster at Idakiso Station) on the Kishigawa Line for a unique railway experience.
A 52-year-old reporter shares tips for achieving fitness goals in Japan through pole dancing. Discover how to make exercise a sustainable habit, regardless of age or initial fitness level.
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