The Growing Phenomenon of Passionate Fandom in Japan

Oshikatsu turns fandom into a full-time passion.

Japan's New Residency Rules: A Game-Changer for Foreign Workers?

New laws could reshape Japan's foreign worker landscape.

Nerunerunerune's Surprising New Drinkable Form

Nerunerunerune transforms into a drink—good luck finding it!

McDonald’s Japan’s Summer Sizzler or Just a Seasonal Fad

McDonald's Watermelon Frappe a hit or miss?

Big Tech Shake-Up: SoftBank and Naver Reduce Stake in Line App

SoftBank and Naver to trim their shares in Japan’s favorite messaging app.

Hello Kitty Meets Clinique

Clinique teams up with Hello Kitty for a first-time collaboration this summer.

Exclusive Studio Ghibli Watercolor Set Released

Studio Ghibli releases an exclusive watercolor set approved by Hayao Miyazaki.

Battling for Gold at Japan's World Cosplay Summit

Nagoya's World Cosplay Summit draws passionate cosplayers competing for the top prize.

Nintendo's Classic Controllers Now Capsule Toys

Nintendo releases Super NES, N64, and GameCube controllers as capsule toys.

Auction Craze: New Japanese Banknotes in High Demand

Collectors are buzzing as new Japanese banknotes hit auction blocks.

Catch 'Em All Outdoors

Exciting new Pokémon Happy Meal toys hit McDonald’s Japan.

Hello Kitty Meets The Rose of Versailles

Hello Kitty announces a crossover with the landmark anime franchise The Rose of Versailles.