7-Eleven Japan is now selling rice burgers, blurring the lines between convenience store and fast food. Available in Charcoal-Grilled Beef Kalbi and Teriyaki Chicken & Garlic Mayo, these warm and savory treats are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal on the go.
A 17-year-old in Osaka was arrested for hacking into the Kaikatsu Club internet cafe app, compromising 7.2 million users' data. The teen reportedly used ChatGPT to bypass security protocols and solve errors during the hack.
Discover Dagashiya Ahiru Shop in Chiba, a hidden warehouse packed with cheap Japanese snacks and retro games. Perfect for families, this local favorite offers a unique, off-the-beaten-path experience.
A record number of foreign children in Japan require Japanese language support in schools. This highlights a growing need for resources as Japan's foreign population diversifies.
Discover a replica of a German castle on Miyako Island, Okinawa! The Ueno German Cultural Village offers a unique blend of tropical scenery and European history.
Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away' meets New Era's sporty street style in a new cap series. Find No Face, Haku, and Soot Sprites on various hat styles, perfect for anime fans visiting Japan.
Mobile Suit Gundam and Reebok have teamed up to release stylish GQuuuuuuX sneakers. Two models of Reebok's Instapump Fury 94 are available, inspired by the Gundam GQuuuuuuX and Red Gundam.
Toto's Washlets are booming in the U.S., becoming the fastest-growing market for these high-tech toilets. This surge is partly due to increased awareness from tourism and a desire for enhanced hygiene.
Yokohama's Red Brick Warehouse hosts a Pokémon Christmas village with decorations and photo spots. Enjoy an Electric-type Pokémon Christmas tree featuring Pikachu and friends, open nightly until December 25th.
A recent poll shows strong support in Japan for allowing women to inherit the imperial throne, potentially altering centuries of tradition. This shift could impact the future of the Imperial Family and discussions surrounding cultural preservation for visitors.
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