Pickpockets caught on camera in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market
Japan is often perceived as a remarkably safe country, with incidents of petty crime, such as pickpocketing, relatively uncommon.
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Japan’s Suica travel card to offer monthly subscriptions from 2028
In an increasingly digital landscape, JR East is striving to maintain the relevance of its iconic Suica transportation card.
Black Thunder tempura appears for a limited time this Valentine’s Day
Japan's popular Black Thunder chocolate bar has partnered with noodle chain Hanamaru Udon to create a unique treat: Black Thunder Tempura.
Wanted: Ripped Luffy cosplayers! Tokyo’s One Piece gym invites anime fans to compete in new contest
One Piece Fitness BragMen gym in Tokyo is launching a bodybuilding competition with a unique twist.
“Dining terrorism” strikes Japanese beef bowl chain as viral video shows woman drinking directly from communal water pitcher
A storm is brewing online, fueled by a viral video that captures a moment of shockingly poor judgment at a popular Japanese beef bowl chain.
Suzuki & Mitsubishi recall: 74,000 dangerous cars on Japan’s roads
In a move that has raised concerns about vehicle safety, Suzuki and Mitsubishi Motors have issued recalls for a significant number of their vehicles.
Japan invests in attracting digital nomads with new subsidies
The Japan Tourism Agency is launching a new initiative to attract digital nomads to the country.
Beyond Tokyo and Osaka – new initiative aims to boost tourism to Western Japan
A coalition of local governments in Western Japan has launched the "Western Golden Route" initiative.
Tourist apprehended for upskirt voyeurism in Kyoto
A 30-year-old Taiwanese investor was arrested by police in Kyoto on the 4th of February on suspicion of attempted voyeurism.
Nintendo earnings take a hit – lack of new games blamed for downturn
Nintendo recently held its third-quarter financial results briefing, revealing lower than expected sales of both consoles and games.