ENTERTAINMENT
Japan’s Latest Hit Capsule Toy Is Random People
The photos of random government IDs are the latest in a long line of offbeat collectibles that span the toy's 60-year history.
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ENTERTAINMENT
TRAVEL
Japan to Raise Inbound Tourism Fees Instead of Taxes
As inbound travel keeps booming, Japan says it will use the revenue to fund overtourism measures and make high school free.
TRAVEL
Mount Tsukuba Cable Car Celebrates 100 Years With Renewed Tourism Campaign
The cable car's operator has re-dedicated itself to handling an influx of new tourists while preserving the area's natural beauty.
FOOD
Halal Ramen in Tokyo: A Look at the Expanding Scene
Wanna enjoy one of Japan's signature dishes but still stay halal? These five shops in Tokyo serve noodles without the pork and…
TRAVEL
Tokyo’s Top 10 Drinking Neighborhoods – And Why Shibuya Doesn’t Make the Cut
Where do you go in Tokyo to grab some drinks and bond with friends? For many in the city, the answer is…
TRAVEL
Why AI Translation Makes For An Awkward Japan Trip
More tourists report using AI translation - even though many admit it sucks. Here are better alternatives than talking through a machine.
TRAVEL
Eating On People’s Porches: Overtourism Overwhelms Ine, Japan’s “Venice of the East”
The iconic boat house village saw nearly 480,000 visitors in 2024 - an estimated 270 times its population.
TRAVEL
Bunkitsu Tokyo: New, Sprawling Bookstore Cafe Is a Wonderland of Relaxation
The massive new bookstore, with over 100,000 books, offers three cafes where you can choose to hang out for an hour -…