Halloween is just around the corner, and so you’re probably going to be seeing a lot of people dressed as witches over the next few weeks. But while a lot of he witches you’ll encounter a parties and ...

Case in point is the matter of a train driver for JR Hokkaido for “not devoting himself to his work,” as the railway put it. At about 5 p.m. on 7 October, a train was stopped at Otaru Station, when a ...

The Kiki’s Delivery Service One-Cup Tea Mug Jiji and Bread Wreath is the obvious choice for a cup of Kiki’s Departure tea. This heat-resistant glass mug has been made by respected Japanese ...

My Neighbour Totoro, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle and Kiki's Delivery Service feature in this new collection.

Hayao Miyazaki’s latest anime makes its photo spot debut, but a classic Castle in the Sky scene is bowing out.

One of the biggest changes in modern otaku-ism is how much more travel is involved. Anime and idol music used to be largely solitary, stay-at-home hobbies, but now you can easily fill your calendar ...

Enjoy the lit-up structures of an important shrine inside of Ueno Park this autumn complete with special omamori and more.

With a buffet packed with elegant sweets, the refined taste of matcha, and the seasonal flavors of chestnuts and grapes, Hotel New Otani Osaka’s buffet promises to be as delicious as it is beautiful, ...

Stories in train drivers tag.

The crisp sharpness and sweetness of the negi is perfect with the warm broth, and this wild style of eating it makes the meal more delicious. Chopsticks are provided for those who don’t feel they can ...

Celebrate the fall season with chestnuts, grapes, and decadent matcha treats.

The annual exhibition creates an enchanting town of light amid the fiery colors of autumn trees.