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Exist†trace Release New Video & Album

Visual-kei metal band Exist†trace has released the music video for their new song 'Dream Rider' from their upcoming mini-album This is Now.

Saitama Pizza Buns

Why make regular sweet buns when you can make Saitama sweet buns?

Don't Miss this Fashionable Harajuku Cat Café!

Cat cafés are already pretty trendy, but this feline lovers' paradise takes the cake in both fur and chic.

Want to Sip on Sake from a Squid Chalice?

Why settle for sake cups when you could be drinking your fine rice wine from an edible chalice made out of squid?

Amazon Lets You Buy Japanese Games Overseas

Got your eye set on a particular Japanese video game that hasn't been released overseas? After forbidding international game distribution for years, Amazon now has you covered!

Check Out the Real Kiki's Bakery!

Whether you've seen the Ghibli film 'Kiki's Delivery Service' or not, you won't want to miss this bakery in Oita Prefecture!

Get 4 Famous Warriors in 'Gachapon' Form

Featuring four of the most famous samurai suits of armor, these 'gachapon' toys are a must for any avid samurai fans.

An Art-Inspired Approach to Bridal Services

Need some fresh ideas to plan a unique wedding in Japan? TeamLab is now offering digital installation wedding services in Tokyo!

Make Adorable Rilakkuma Cookie Cup Clingers!

Uber-talented Korean food artist and YouTuber Sweet The MI shows us that cookies and milk can be a lot more kawaii than we could ever imagine!

Using Regenerated Energy from Trains

Since 2014, Tokyo Metro—the firm that operates the subway lines that run through downtown Tokyo—has been using regenerated power from subway cars to power the equipment in train st...

10 Amazing Photos of Japanese Trains

Japan has some beautiful trains that pass through some incredible locations. And sometimes the train itself is the marvel!

How Japan's Trains Stay on Time

Ever wonder how Japan's trains stay so precisely on time? Hideki Hashimoto at the transport division of JR East's transport and rolling stock department explains the secret—and it'...

Hammering Out the Shinkansen's Face by Hand

Just one company in Japan, with a mere 40 employees, uses hand hammering techniques to produce many of the Shinkansen's distinctive shapes.

Akita Nairiku Line: Winter Wonderland by Rail

Through the heavy Akita snowfall, a train with one or two cars makes its way across bridges that span deep valleys and through tunnels that burrow into the heart of the mountains o...

East-Meets-West in Cake Form

Pastry chef Hideki Kubota fused together Japanese and Western elements to create one tantalizing 'sakura' cake!

Thomas the Tank Engine Takes Japan

It may come as a bit of a surprise, but Thomas the Tank Engine is one of Japan's best-loved children's characters. In fact, the country boasts multiple theme parks and working trai...

Tour Miyazaki through 6 Incredible Videos

Ancient shrines, traditional crafts, horseback riding, surfing, golf, great food and more all crammed against some of the most picturesque coastline you could hope to see. This is...

Pompompurin Takes Over Shinjuku Station!

The adorable half dog, half flan Sanrio character, Pompompurin, is making commuters' lives a little more cheerful at Shinjuku station.

Sailor Moon Crystal Season 3 Trailer is Here!

At long last, Sailor Moon fans can rejoice! All the sailor scouts will be appearing in the third season of 'Sailor Moon Crystal.'

10 Intricate Ins & Outs of Train Etiquette

Japan is well-known as a polite society, and knowing the rules of etiquette is important to getting around Tokyo. With these 10 tips, you'll be commuting like a local.

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