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Cute like a kitty, and also maybe crazy like a fox?
It’s been a whirlwind day in the Japanese media amidst rumors that Emperor Akihito plans to abdicate in the near future, but an Imperial official is now denying these claims.
Many of us thought some mysteries in Spirited Away would never be solved. But now a letter from Studio Ghibli has surfaced giving us some incredibly detailed explanations!
”Hey! Over here!”
Rival from Yo-kai Watch also starts packing on muscle to keep up with the pumped-up Pokémon.
Park reveals project is bigger than Wizarding World of Harry Potter, gives tentative opening date.
Pokemon Go isn’t the only way to get in some quality fun time this summer…
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The freaky feline is giving people chills with its uncanny resemblance to one of Japan’s most terrifying horror movie stars.
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