Japanese government wants to encourage wealthy foreigners to travel deeper into Japan, NHK says

Agency will select areas outside major cities to promote to big-spending travelers, according to report.

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Japanese monkey-hunting team shoots woman with tranquilizer dart

City’s attempt to protect residents from wild animals ends up sending one of them to the hospital.

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Japanese prime minster wants to increase the number of foreigners studying in Japan

Calls on Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology to go beyond even already successful plan.

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The best soba restaurant on Yakushima island, according to locals

It’s a trek to get to this rural location, but it’s worth it. 

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Seapoodle Cup Noodle flavor is on the way, sounds absolutely delicious (except for the name)

Don’t worry, no poodles are harmed in the making of Seapoodle.

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Is this London branch of Marugame Udon as good as the ones in Japan?

Putting Japanese noodles and tempura to the test.

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We visit an awesome sauna in Tokyo that’s ladies-only on days that end in zero

Not a bad place to get your sweat on at all.

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We try Japanese cafe Komeda Coffee’s summer desserts that are so big, they’re overflowing

Hope you don’t mind getting a little messy.

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Sushi chef drops knives on the train, causes panic and delays

You should never take your work home with you.

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Japanese plastic food samples abound at this impressive exhibition in Tokyo

From tiger-shaped prawns to instant ramen on tap, these delicious delights will make your mouth water!

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Pizza Hut’s new rice pizzas debut in Japan, but are they any good?

Not every topping is a perfect match for rice instead of pizza dough. 

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Travelling to Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine? Best to be a glass-half-full type of tourist

Heartfelt advice for those hoping to visit the World Heritage site before the end of the year. 

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Getting a driver’s license in Japan the hard way: The End

All bad things must come to an end.

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Studio Ghibli releases a Catbus clock in Japan with loads of cute details

This cat’s moving parts will mesmerise you.

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Sous chef at a Michelin-starred restaurant makes hot dogs classy in Tokyo

Baby Hotdog Cafe proves that simple dogs can sometimes be the best. 

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Starbucks Japan announces first of its 2022 fall menu, designed by Starbucks employees

Get into the spirit of fall right off the bat with these tasty-looking upcoming items from Starbucks.

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Kyoto curry bread comes with a very special filling

Karepan gets a specialty upgrade at this renowned bakery.

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Non-Whisper of the Heart Seiji’s 60x-zoom sneak peek of the real-world Earth Shop at Ghibli Park

Almost sharing a name with the Studio Ghibli character doesn’t get him inside, but Seiji still gets an early look.

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We try Amazon Japan’s lowest rated portable washing machine

Our latest foray into the world of low rated products makes us want to throw in the towel.

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Saitama lieutenant calls subordinate’s lunch “garbage”, then loses job for eating garbage lunches

Glass houses…

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