Oodles of noodles land new world record
Hundreds feast on noodles to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest instant noodle tasting event.
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First-harvest of green tea starts in Kyoto
Green tea leaves are picked at the first harvest of the year in Kyoto.
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Tourists flock to harvest seaweed
People get to harvest and eat fresh-harvested seaweed for free.
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Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko visit tennis court
Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko make their first public appearance since his abdication.
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3D animation jumps off the page
Animator Slit creates 3D art using optical illusion techniques.
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Businesses cash in on Reiwa
Japanese businesses are trying to boost sales from the new era by selling Reiwa-related products.
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Reiwa MIDI art
The keyboard player from the band Re:ply makes music with the characters for Japan's next era name, Reiwa.
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Eating crocodiles in Tokyo
If Tokyo is becoming a little blunt for you, here's a list of some extraordinary things you can do.
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The perks of having a barista in your office
Baristas are bringing coffee and communication to offices in Tokyo.
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