With record numbers of travelers heading to Japan, the general eating IQ among visitors has gone up. Beyond seeking out the best ramen and sushi, most now know that they can head to 7-Eleven for ...
Japan knows how to perfect things. From streamlining and revolutionizing the assembly lines for cars, to crafting award-winning whisky that often out-rank distilleries that came up with the process, ...
From hot meals to chilly drinks, Japan’s ubiquitous vending machines offer life’s essentials at a push of a button. From the top of Mount Fuji to the gates of the holiest shrines, it isn’t much of an ...
New yen notes were introduced that won’t be compatible with many machines that businesses like ramen shops rely on. By Kiuko Notoya and John Yoon Kiuko Notoya reported from Tokyo, and John Yoon from ...