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.

Farewell Space Mountain

Tokyo Disneyland's iconic ride is now closed.

Game On: Caffeinated Ramen for Gamers Launches in Japan

Caffeinated ramen for one-handed gaming hits the shelves in Japan.

Driverless Future: Japan to Allow Autonomous Cars on Public Roads

Japan will permit driverless cars on 25 public roads by March 2025.

Cybercrime Surge: ¥66 Billion Stolen in Japan Through Online Scams

Online scams in Japan resulted in ¥66 billion stolen in the first half of 2024.