Japan is no stranger to dessert trends, but few have captivated the nation’s sweet tooth quite like I’m donut?, a fresh donut specialty shop that has redefined what a donut can be.

These days, you can find a burger anywhere in Japan – from fast-food franchise to mom-and-pop sandwich shops. But few reveal the secret sauce on Japan’s hamburger history: The U.S. military. 

To celebrate half a century of all things Hello Kitty, the popular “When I Change, Kitty Changes Too” exhibition is visiting the Fukuoka Art Museum after successful stints at the Tokyo National Museum and the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum.

Cobras senior grew as a player as he helped the school’s boys soccer program go from one win to Far East D-II champs in three seasons.

Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS) Sailors and community members serve and receive food during a command picnic at Nimitz Park in Sasebo, Japan.

Nintendo has long been one of Japan’s most beloved exports, with characters like Mario, Zelda, and Pikachu becoming cultural icons recognized around the world.

Pokémon fans in Kyushu have something to look forward to this summer, with the Pokémon Center Fukuoka set to reopen on Friday, June 27th. Located on the second floor of Hakata Marui.

Samurai and Cobras hope to take advantage of Christian Academy Japan’s move to Division I, while Panthers look for repeat in the DODEA-Pacific boys soccer championships.

Fans of the beloved Dutch picture book character Miffy have something new to look forward to in Japan this summer. Huis Ten Bosch, the Dutch-inspired theme park in Nagasaki, will open a brand-new area called Miffy Wonder Square on June 21st, 2025 — and it’s perfectly timed with Miffy’s 70th birthday.

Two more no-hitters were thrown on Japan’s baseball diamonds on Saturday, increasing the total in the Pacific season to 15.