The first self-driving cars will be seen on the streets of Japan from March next year delivering online shopping orders.
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From parks to university campuses and even a Sega building, here are some of the new Pokémon Go gym locations players have been finding around the country.
Completely opaque bags being offered to keep merchandise in mint condition and away from sensitive eyes.
Pokémon Go has officially launched in Japan along with the announcement that “poke-stops” and “gyms” are now located in the nearly 3,000 McDonald’s stores around Japan.
A 20-year-old man from Kanagawa Prefecture has been arrested for posting a picture of a lion on Twitter and claiming it was on the loose in Kumamoto.
Does this mean there could be an Otamatone section next to the violins in the orchestra soon?
Whether resolving a dispute, deciding who pays the check for lunch, or simply passing the time, Japan’s “Jan-ken” culture is simple, surprisingly elegant, and a lot of fun.
After weeks of speculation Pokémon GO is finally officially available to download in Japan and here are some of the links you need.
Get ready for the Godzilla vs. Destoroyah figure that is smashing its way into our hearts.
If the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, that’s also the best route by which to stab at it.
Which company in Japan has the most and least “eligible bachelor” employees? New study suggests Japanese ladies have strict preferences!
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Exact makeup of strange liquid still unknown.
Oopsie-poopsie! This science museum reminds us all of the importance of doing proper research.
Japanese dessert lovers have a soft spot for soft-serve, and the popular chain is now happy to oblige them.
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Sanrio characters join forces with your favorite Japanese snack mascots as prizes at Family Mart
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Sweet dreams are made of cheese at this all-you-can-eat cheese and doria restaurant
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