Right before the cherry blossoms start to bloom, prices went up, but it’s still a must-visit bargain.
Work visa violations result in participants from four countries being arrested, Japanese cosplayers still being held in custody.
Experience a very different side to the city as part of the “Cherry Blossoms in the Morning” promotion.
Survey results stretch all the way from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south, with several awesome stops in between.
Each one is a treat for the eyes and the taste buds using fresh fish bought near Japan’s Seto Inland Sea.
Each dish will use the same exclusive green tea blend that the company uses for its delicious matcha ice cream.
Pull in and surround yourself with the sights and sounds of racing cars at this very unique pit stop.
We never thought a sword-wielding Goku and ninja Trunks would look so cool.
Further proof that any argument will eventually have someone call the other person a Nazi.
NGT48 members says she was told that if she didn’t apologize, another idol would be made to read a letter of apology for her.
The director speaks to us about the film and how elements of Japanese culture have influenced him.
This maternity hospital makes having a baby in Japan look like a trip to Tokyo Disneyland.
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