You booked the flight, the overpriced JR Pass. You watched three anime episodes and think you are fluent. Now you need captions for your photo dump that are painful enough to lose followers. We have gathered the worst wordplay the Land of the Rising Sun has to offer. We assume no liability if you say these out loud at customs and get detained.
You have fourteen hours on a plane to regret your life choices. You might as well memorize these terrible jokes while you wait for the bathroom.
I am Tokyo-tally in love with this place.
Don’t be upset, just let it Go-zilla.
This vacation is going to be Japan-tastic.
I think I am turning Japanese, I really think so.
Please don’t Kyoto start with me right now.
We need to stick to the Japan.
I am trying to Orient myself with this map.
That behavior is simply Nipponacceptable.
I have a yen to travel the world.
It is time to say sayonara to my savings account.
I am feeling very zen about this itinerary.
Let’s get this party shogun.
This view is absolutely shinto-llating.
I am not sure if I can Asian-dle this much walking.
Japan is great, simply sumo the best.
Sushi Jokes and Food Puns to Eat Up
The food is the only reason you are actually here. If you need more raw humor, check out our specific collection of sushi puns or cleanse your palate with some matcha puns.
You are my soy mate.
Miso happy to be here right now.
I love you so matcha.
Don’t be such a tempura-mental person.
Please udon‘t leave me here alone.
This trip is all I have bean dreaming of.
I am on a roll with these bad jokes.
Rice to meat you, Japan.
Let’s wok this way to the restaurant.
You are shrimply the best travel buddy.
I feel like a fish out of water.
Wasabi! What is up with you?
This meal is pitcher perfect.
I am just sashimi rolling down the street.
Never settle for a medi-okra meal in Tokyo.
Anime Puns and Otaku Humor
We know you have a Crunchyroll subscription. We know you own a body pillow. If you are hunting for collectibles, you might also like our Pokemon puns or Mario puns.
I am just here for the manga-nificent views.
You are looking very kawaii today.
Don’t go Goku crazy on the merchandise.
I am an otaku for good puns.
This city is simply Titans-tic.
I promise I won’t drag-on about this show.
Naruto run into my heart.
I will love you for Evangelion.
Just Saiyan, this place is cool.
I am strictly a One Piece swimsuit kind of person.
You are the Studio Ghibli of my eye.
Let’s Pokemon Go to the store.
Don’t be a baka (idiot).
My love for this country is over 9000.
I need a Totoro-ly relaxing day.
City and Sightseeing Puns
Whether you are climbing a mountain or getting lost in a train station, we have a pun for that. If you are taking the Shinkansen, do not forget to read our train puns before you board.
I am lost in Osaka-r.
Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill, it’s just Fuji.
Kobe or not Kobe, that is the question.
We are having a deer time in Nara.
Mount up, we are going hiking.
I am peak-ing in my travel career.
This place is Hiroshima-zing (use carefully).
Sapporo is a nice place to chill.
I have Okinawa idea where we are going.
I Hakone believe my eyes.
This shrine is gate-way to heaven.
Let’s cross that bridge when we get to it.
This castle is a keep-er.
I am Niko-ing to have a good time.
The views are worth the climb.
Asian Vacation Jokes for the Culture
Japan has a distinct vibe. If you flew here, our airplane jokes might help with the jet lag. If you are heading to the coast, check out our ocean puns.
We are simply kimono over to say hi.
That is a fan-tastic outfit.
I am a samurai in the streets.
Don’t be geisha about it.
I need to get my bonsai strictly trimmed.
This garden is cherry nice.
I am blossom-ing into a tourist.
Let’s haiku up this mountain.
Take a bow, you did it.
This bath is onsen-sational.
I need some space in this capsule hotel.
Lantern let your light shine.
I am shrine-ing bright like a diamond.
Don’t tatami what to do.
I am just coi regarding my feelings.
Travel Captions for Getting Lost
Sometimes you just take the wrong train. It happens. If you are road-tripping through the countryside, our road trip jokes are mandatory reading.
I have roamed far from home.
Lost in translation.
Map it out for me.
Street smarts are lacking today.
Walking on sunshine in Shibuya.
Crossing lines in the street.
Light up the night in Shinjuku.
Neon lights and late nights.
Crowd control needed here.
Busy does not even cover it.
Quiet down in the library.
Clean streets, happy feet.
Vending machine cuisine is the best.
Cash only, please.
Tax free shopping spree.
Japanese Names for Pets
If you get a Shiba Inu and name it “Spot,” you are doing it wrong. Give your pet a name that sounds cultured until you mispronounce it at the vet.
Mochi (Soft and sweet)
Sushi (A raw deal)
Yoshi (Helpful dino)
Koko (Short)
Momo (Peach)
Yuki (Snow)
Hana (Flower)
Kuma (Bear)
Neko (Cat)
Tora (Tiger)
Ryu (Dragon)
Sora (Sky)
Ramen (Noodle dog)
Pocky (Sweet stick)
Wasabi (Spicy boy)
Corny Japan Dad Jokes
These are formatted as questions and answers so you can read them to your friends who are currently trying to ignore you.
Why did the Sumo wrestler buy a map? Because he lost his weigh.
What is a ninja’s favorite type of shoes? Sneakers.
Why is the Japanese chef so calm? He knows how to go with the flow.
What do you call a Japanese cat that waves? A paw-sitive sign.
Why did the tourist bring a ladder to the bar? He heard the drinks were on the house.
What is Tokyo’s favorite band? Muse-o soup.
How do you ask for a discount in Japan? Please low-er the price.
What do you call a funny mountain in Japan? Hill-arious.
Why did the sushi chef get an award? He was on a roll.
What is a ghost’s favorite Japanese city? Boo-saka.
Why was the computer cold in Tokyo? It left its Windows open.
What do you call a smart Japanese noodle? Ud-on top of the class.
Why did the deer go to Nara? To make a little doe.
What is a Samurai’s favorite fish? Swordfish.
Why are Japanese trains so good? They have a track record.
Short Japan Captions for Instagram
You took the photo. You edited the colors. Now you just need a sentence that proves you went there without trying too hard.
Turning Japanese, I really think so. 🇯🇵
Sushi, sleep, repeat. 🍣
Lost in Tokyo and loving it. 🗼
Just here for the ramen. 🍜
Living my best anime life. ✨
Mount Fuji state of mind. 🗻
Cherry blossoms and chill. 🌸
Big in Japan. 🕶️
Matcha do about nothing. 🍵
Arigato for the memories. 🙏
The End of the Tokyo Road
You have reached the end of this list. We are assuming you are now fluent in Japanese dad humor, which is a language nobody asked you to learn. We hope you enjoy your trip, or at least your scrolling session.
Rating of Regret: 9/10 Cringes. If you are still here, go read our fish dad jokes because you clearly have no standards left.
Tokyo-tally Confusing Questions
You have questions. We have answers that are technically words strung together in a sentence.
Are these puns culturally accurate?
Absolutely not. They are linguistically questionable at best. Use them with caution around actual Japanese speakers.
Can I use these for my travel blog?
Sure. Just don’t blame us when your bounce rate goes up because the jokes are too painful.
What if I don’t like sushi?
Then you are probably on the wrong list. But we won’t judge you. Much.
Do you have more Asian puns?
We have puns for everything. Check the search bar and prepare to be disappointed again.
The Person To Blame
Umer | Chief Regret Officer
Umer is the founder of PunSpill and a certified disappointment to his high school guidance counselor. He spends his days writing puns that make people groan and his nights arguing with Gerald, his emotional support opossum (and Head of HR).
He created this website because his friends muted him in the group chat. If you hated this article, please direct your complaints to the opossum; he handles the shredding.
I'm Umer. He's Gerald. I write the bad jokes; he handles the complaints (by sleeping). We created PunSpill so you have something to send your friends to annoy them. Read the full confession here.
