“Electric Shock Warning! Electric shock Pikachu” released in Japan

Takara Tomy harnesses the power of the electric Pokémon to spark young imaginations.

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Here’s why you should be careful when buying a coffee cup from Japan’s 100 yen stores

The quality of 100-yen mugs isn’t what a lot of people expect.

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Felissimo releases limited-edition “Color in Edo! Hokusai Colored Pencils” set

This latest themed set of 20 colored pencils is inspired by the Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji series by master artisan Katsushika Hokusai.

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Adorable Shiba Inu gives the best response to owner’s magic trick【Video】

Somebody get this pooch a spot on a Japanese TV show, because he is ready to react.

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Coca-Cola’s new Coke ON subscription service makes Japanese vending machines more fun to use

For a monthly fee, collect a daily drink from any Coke ON eligible vending machine!

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Couple rob real estate agent during open house, escape with US$1.84

My sofa cushions steal more than that in an average week.

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Five diet-friendly Tokyo restaurant menu/takeout items that helped shrink this pandemic gut

Our ramen-loving, curry-craving reporter managed to drop a lot of weight while still satisfying his taste buds.

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Tokyo Olympics will not allow spectators from overseas

Long-suspected precautionary measure is latest sad development for troubled event.

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We try a delicious hidden gem in Fukuoka, unknown to even Japanese people

It might not be well known, but that doesn’t make it any less mouth-watering!

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Stars align and magic happens in meteor shrine photos from Japan coast【Photos】

The real show at this Izu beach town was happening up above.

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S.RIDE taxi cars in Tokyo will soon become moving ad galleries with new advanced window tech

Rather than Fast and Furious, taxi passengers will be Fast and hopefully more Curious about the latest goods and services offered in the local area.
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Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains to remove all onboard payphones

Before you hop on the Shinkansen, make sure you’ve got your ticket and a charged phone.

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We see an ad recruiting “Nose Hair Craftsmen”, get curious, visit the shop to see what it’s about

What is a Nose Hair Craftsman and what does one do?

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Tokyo Olympics Official Shop branch closes down four months before Games may or may not start

The latest sad development for the troubled event.

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How do you pronounce “Among Us” in Japanese? Simple question has linguistically deep answer

Is “A-MOng Us” or “A-MAng Us” the victor?

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Edible Evangelion Angel cores now on the menu at Coco’s Japan【Taste Test】

Special anime meal includes an optional Spear of Longinus to eat it with.

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New, hand-sewn My Neighbor Totoro tote bags make perfect additions to your Ghibli collection

They come in two sizes and look stylish as well as functional. 

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Japanese students despair over the many, MANY ways you can describe a dead flower

Would a rose by any other name be as dead?

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Official Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba gaming chair come with a katana strapped to it【Photos】

It’s what the Water Hashira would sit in if he were an online gamer.

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Sakura Magic recreates the full emotional arc of cherry blossom season right on your desk【Photos】

The enticing anticipation, beautiful blooming, and wistful goodbye are all here.

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