A prior Boing Boing post lamented the closing of an institution in Tokyo's Akihabara electronics district: Koichi Shimayama's tiny but packed electronics store. The beloved one-man mini-market offered ...

Japan has been developing electromagnetic (EM) railgun technology since at least 2015, and current plans call for its future ...

Akihabara might be known as the center of the anime, video game, and manga universe. But it's roots are in it's electronics ...

Anime is inspired by real-world locations, from Tokyo's neon streets to tranquil villages, allowing fans to experience their ...

Anime fans have long gathered in Tokyo’s Akihabara district in pursuit of subculture opulence. “I think the area’s greatest appeal is how much anime is thrown in your face there — the ...

TOKYO -- Some of Japan's most iconic neighborhoods have undergone dramatic personality changes. From Akiba to Ueno Ameyoko to Dotonbori, these spots are losing their "Japaneseness" and taking on a ...

Here’s how to explore the best of Japan’s capital, from summer festivals and less-visited neighborhoods to day trips to World ...

U.S. President Donald Trump's substantially higher tariffs, including those on all car imports, are set to slow ...