In-house reporter Go Hattori bravely takes the plunge to see if this cheap product will fluff his curls up or leave them a floppy, flat mess.
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Guidebooks love to say it’s because Japanese people think tipping is rude, but that’s not even close to the whole story.
Japanese dumplings are considered a side dish at many restaurants, but at this store, they’re the star of the show.
Stunningly skillful creations have some saying they look like they’re projection mapped, but it’s all master-level pyrotechnics.
Mr. Sato once again fails to secure a cheap meal, continues to win at lunch thanks to two gourmet ingredients.
”This is Japan, you know?” he asks, but others want to show him the ways of the modern world.
Starry-eyed space buffs rejoice! Japan is shooting for the moon (or at the very least will start preparations in two years).
Eye-catching, face-obscuring fashion from China protects your skin from harsh UV rays, makes you look like a crazed criminal.
We tried out the portable sparkling head spa and now we can’t ever go back to normal hair washing again.
Two Japanese cities made this year’s list of the Top Ten Most Liveable Cities in the World.
You can never please die-hard fans of an anime when it comes to making a live-action adaptation.
The Siberian husky couple Fils and Goo are a big hit online – they play rough with each other, but sleep in a cute cuddly heart!
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