Donate books in Japan.

During the holidays in Japan, popular Christmas songs and romantic J-pop tunes complement the joy of giving and donating.

Victim of green onion theft in Kyoto turns into a thief of green onions.

A man stole 216 kg of Kujo negi due to failed farming, facing two years in prison for his theft.

Eight must-visit hot springs in Japan recommended by "Professor Bath."

Onsen expert Yasuaki Goto shares eight memorable hot spring destinations in Japan to celebrate Good Bath Day on November 26.

Japanese people frequently search for their ex online.

A Japanese survey reveals many ex-partners search online for updates, often feeling mixed emotions about their findings.

Godzilla art appears on 195-foot dam in Japan.

The Iwaya Kawauchi Dam in Saga features a massive Godzilla artwork created with high-pressure cleaning equipment.

Japanese bank founders pledged suicide if they committed fraud.

Shikoku Bank's historical "Pledge," signed in blood, symbolized commitment to ethics, including severe punishments for financial misconduct.

Icees are arriving in Japan!

Icees, the original frozen dessert drink, are coming to Japan with strawberry and peach flavors, but no cherry.

Shinkansen cuts low-cost non-reserved seats on Nozomi trains.

The removal of non-reserved seats on Nozomi Shinkansen trains will reduce budget travel options between major Japanese cities in 2025.

One Piece trains launch in Japan.

Three unique One Piece-themed bullet trains will operate on Japan's Sanyo Shinkansen line, featuring themed decorations and merchandise.

Japanese man arrested for exposing butt; claims he wanted someone to see his T-back.

A man was arrested in Okayama for exposing his buttocks to a young woman on an escalator, claiming it was unintentional.

Sagami Railway and Adobe aim to use AI to address problematic behavior of train photographers in Japan.

Sagami Railway and Adobe aim to improve train photography by teaching toritetsu to use AI for removing unwanted elements from photos.

Speak Japanese like a gyaru: 2024 tips.

The gyaru fashion magazine Egg has released its annual list of the top 10 trending gyaru words and phrases for 2024.