Convience Store Offers Free Cancer Screenings
Grab a cup of joe and test your blood for cancer cells at Lawson convince stores in Kyoto.
March 3: Girls' Festival
March 3 is a special day in Japan: it's the day of the Hina Matsuri, or Girls' Festival. On this day, girls are celebrated and families pray for their health and prosperity.
Tokyo Toy Show: A Toy Lover's Paradise
From adorable characters and video games to unique plushies and robots, Japan is a great place to visit for both the young and young at heart. The International Tokyo Toy Show may well be the ultimate embodiment of this youthful spirit.
4 Traditional Japanese Toys
Nowadays Japan has digital toys like PS4 and 3DS, but what were the popular toys that were widely played generations ago?
An Otaku's Dream Home
Let your geek flag fly in an affordable boarding house in Tokyo that welcomes anime, manga and video game fanatics.
How to Enjoy Studying Abroad in Japan
Follow this dancing girl all through her amazing study abroad experience in Japan, and be sure to watch for some stunning respect from a well-antlered deer!
5 Unique Date Destinations in Tokyo & Beyond
These unique date destinations and experiences would surely make your heart melt, and create memories you'll never forget.
Dive Into Ainu Culture
Discover the culture and traditions of the Ainu as we take an in-depth look into one of Japan's largest indigenous populations.
Top 5 Busiest Train Stations in the World
A whopping 88 percent of the world's busiest stations are located in—you guessed it—Japan! But which stations made it to the Top 5?
3 Ninja Spots in Nagano
Ninja-related history, experiences and fun await in the forests of Nagano!
Ukiyo-e Inspired Cutely Gothic Charms
Part adorable, part gruesome, these charms embody the works of one of the most influential ukiyo-e artist of all time.
Mix it Up with a Musical Kendama
Made in collaboration with DJ Koo, this musical kendama toy lights up and makes DJ sounds when you successfully catch the ball.
3 Ways to Ride High Above Tokyo
A blast from the past but a vision of the future, monorails offer a unique view high up above the metropolis. These three videos take you on a ride over Tokyo without having to leave your home!
Häagen-Dazs Japan Announces Its Newest Flavor!
A drizzle of honey with a tart, yet refreshing, yogurt base makes this ice cream the perfect springtime treat!
5 Reasons to Use Metropolitan Trains
Commuting in metropolitan areas has its drawbacks, but we're here to offer five great reasons to board those busy trains!
3 Top-of-the-Line Kokeshi Dolls
Kokeshi are traditional Japanese dolls expertly carved from wood. You’ve probably seen them around Japan, and after reading this article, you may want to start your own collection!
This is One Futuristic Library!
What better way to get the creative juices flowing for a university group project than to be encased in your very own world several meters above ground in the library?
Because Ninja Need Naps Too!
This themed capsule hotel in Yokohama offers ninja a place to lay down their heads.
All About Gachapon
Get all the info you need to understand Japan's popular capsule toy machines.
7 Weirdest Capsule Toys of 2016 (So Far!)
You won't believe some of the things you'll be able to get out of a capsule in Japan in 2016!
