Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japan Post’s mail carriers are getting some cool upgrades, but packages might be a little late Intense summer heat means new safety rules and ice-cold drinks. Summer in Japan is popular for many things, from festivals and fireworks to delicious and refreshing treats, but there is also anothe...
Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japanese high school closes its cafeteria, replaces it with a 7-Eleven convenience store The first time a 7-Eleven has opened inside a high school in Japan. 7-Eleven opened a new branch in Japan on 1 June, at a site so unusual it made nationwide news. This new store can be found inside...
Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Cup Noodle hamster wheel is the new adorable pet toy animal lovers in Japan want[Video] Instant ramen maker shows that even hamsters will fall in love with Cup Noodle, if given the chance. Pretty much everyone loves Cup Noodle, from hungry kids to busy college students to adults who d...
Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- American college student missing in Kyoto, last seen by family one week ago 20-year-old outdoors enthusiast last seen approaching hiking trail east of downtown after sunset. The Japanese police and volunteers are searching for an American college student who went missing i...
Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japanese convenience store challenge is only for those with extreme tastes Super Happy! Challenge gives us two unforgettable products that deserve a place in convenience store history. If you’re hungry and in the mood to try convenience store food, Lawson is the place to ...
Jun 05, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Dragon Quest Slimes appear on Baskin-Robbins ice cream cakes in Japan, Critical Hit flavor debuts Critical Hit-flavor ice cream and Mimic containers among the sweet adventures waiting at Baskin-Robbins. Generally speaking, customers wouldn’t be happy to see slimes at the restaurants and sweets ...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen You can haul back thousands of yen worth of ramen, rice, and snacks for a fraction of the price. Expanding its reach with additional sub-brands, one of Japan’s big-three convenience stores, Lawson,...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan Bring Totoro and the gang to work with cleverly concealed character details. One of the things we love about Studio Ghibli is the way its movies appeal to people of all ages. Even My Neighbour Tot...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts Our resident sticker-collecting writer shares why she’s saying “enough is enough” and is extricating herself from a sticky situation. Sticker collecting and trading as a hobby has been sweeping Jap...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan With the rainy season here, this umbrella companion is a Daiso-premium bargain. Having flipped the calendar to June, we’re clearly not in spring anymore, but many Japanese people would argue that w...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Video of man spraying liquid on conveyor belt sushi leads to arrest in Japan Says he did it for the social media views, but the police didn’t like what they saw. A lot of things in Japan rely on the country’s ability to trust that people will be considerate and respectful. ...
Jun 04, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show Renovations wrapping up in Tokyo, new menu items on their way to Osaka too. If you’re a Pokémon fan, heading to Japan’s Pokémon Cafe as soon as possible probably seems like a no-brainer. However, i...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season If you get caught in the rain, Convenience Wear is your hidden saviour. Have you ever glanced at the T-shirts and sweatpants hanging in the corner of a Japanese convenience store and wondered, “Wh...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Tourists brave Typhoon Jangmi to queue at two famous sites in Tokyo The spots people queue for despite bad weather might surprise you. When you live and work in a city, you tend to move through it in different ways to a tourist who might be seeing it with fresh eye...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- 7-Eleven Japan adds a new watermelon smoothie to its convenience stores…but is it worth the hype? Summertime bust or must-buy? It’s been roughly three years since 7-Eleven added smoothie machines to its stores in Japan, allowing customers to whip up freshly made smoothies in seconds after selec...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform School getting ready for its 80th birthday makes a modern addition to its uniform options. Tanabe Junior High School in the town of Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture, is going to be marking the 80th anni...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Japanese government postpones proposals to restrict real estate purchases by foreigners Rising security and economic tensions prompting consideration of new rules to make it harder for foreigners to buy property in Japan. In December, Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party announced its int...
Jun 03, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Starbucks Japan releases first-ever muscat-flavoured chilled cup drink A brand new tea latte designed to lift your spirits this summer. It’s been 20 years since Starbucks debuted its “Chilled Cup” series of drinks in Japan, ahead of any other country, and although the...
Jun 02, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- Starbucks Japan has a mesh bag so cute it’s a sell-out hit Small but mighty, meet the new bag that’s captivating customers in Japan. Mesh bags are one of this season’s hottest fashion accessories. Lightweight, stylish, and easy to match with almost any out...
Jun 02, 2026 from SoraNews24 -Japan News- New littering fine now being enforced in some of Tokyo’s most heavily touristed areas Littering in Shibuya will get you a fine that must be paid on the spot. Last Monday wasn’t just the start of June, it was the start of a new littering fine in Tokyo. As of June 1, if officials spot...
