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The Japanese Internet is buzzing about this mysterious blue cheese, and as usual, we’re ahead of schedule on the weirdness.
Decision follows backlash to advice such as “A woman’s enemy is always other women,” but not everyone is happy.
Tokyo’s other Halloween hot spot, divisively skimpy maid cosplay, ladies who loo stunning in their 60s, and Seiji’s transformation into Leonardo DiCaprio.
How to shut down anti-gaming haters, confusing fan art guidelines, an N64 personality test, and a Zelda arrest.
The secrets of Japanese supermarket music and life-saving green tea, plus how to make the King of Curries and furoshiki-style sandwiches.
Sexy voice actors, the end of Evangelion, and a message from Studio Ghibli founder Hayao Miyazaki.
Is it still cosplay if you can’t even see the costume anymore?
Anime versions of Anne of Green Gables, Dog of Flanders, and more inspire stylish and adorable designs.
Backlash against Onsen Musume Project prompts a slinging match between feminists and otaku.
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Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
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