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For those who like to indulge in a diet of “hole” foods–just be careful not to take a bite out of one of the speakers by mistake!
Once you see her you’ll never unsee her… which sucks if you need to find your way around the Tsukuba Space Center.
Two of our reporters invite you to share a glass of absinthe with them at Host Club Roketto in Shinjuku.
Makoto Shinkai’s anime is unabashedly emotional, but the director sounds like a detached dad when discussing his mega-hit baby’s next step.
The global coffeehouse chain has two stunning stores planned for these world-famous tourist spots.
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Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
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