Sure, it cuts down on clutter, but that’s going to be a moot point when you have to throw your busted controller away.
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Amazing rental service lets you take the conveyor belt out of the sushi restaurant and back to your home!
One of Japan’s leading art directors leads the way in raising funds for an issue that’s close to his heart.
Giant robot toymaker gives workers giant raises to boost motivation, with one possible catch.
The company behind beef bowl chain Sukiya and conveyor belt sushi restaurant chain Hama Sushi now have their own konbini.
Says that “the trampling of a peaceful and democratic Ukraine by unjustified force is a challenge to democracy.”
JR Kyushu reveals the starting date for the newest stretch of Shinkansen in southwestern Japan.
New designs by artist duo Magma will feature Pikachu, Charizard, and other fan favorites composed from collages of objects.
Teaser video for Love Live! Virtual School Idol promises a shakeup to the hit anime/game’s formula.
Developers looking to modernize Pokémon with the series’ first seamless open-world installment.
It’s a gyoza town, but what happens when you ask for a restaurant that’s got other great good too?
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