New Zealand prime minster welcomed to Japan by kiwi mascot characters, surreally somber dance

Following reception by the Japanese government, it was the Kiwi Brothers’ turn to say hello.

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Sayonara, trash cans – Tokyo to remove last receptacles next month

Passengers asked to take their trash home with them.

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22 new kinds of Pokémon apparel coming soon from popular T-shirt brand Graniph

Lots of different Pokémon featured on many different kinds of shirts and dresses make for plenty of variety for your wardrobe!

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Japan’s longest-running okonomiyaki joint and the birthplace of Hiroshima style — We visit both

A delicious battle of regional styles results in one full stomach.

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“I’ll kill you!” says Japanese schoolgirl when convenience store won’t let her use restroom

Japanese police say call of nature was no excuse for threat of violence.

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Photos of Complete Strangers: Japan’s new strange, and strangely compelling, capsule toys【Pics】

Unusual concept is a hit, with a second line on the way.

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Mr. Sato attempts the 50-Pin Challenge at Kabukicho’s Shinjuku Copa Bowl【Video】

That’s one pin for every year they’ve been in business.

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Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】

Who knew a 29-year-old anime movie was actually a vision of the future?

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Smell like a Demon Slayer (or a Demon) with new line of Kimetsu no Yaiba fragrances

Ever wondered what a Demon Slayer smells like? Now’s your chance to find out!

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Japanese oden maker revolutionises the way we eat at home…with a few adjustments

New kitchen gadget lets you live out your 7-Eleven oden dreams at home. 

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Ramen broth, but without ramen noodles? Japan’s Nadai Fujisoba takes soba to a bold new place

Does soba pair well with ramen broth? And will our expectations of the presentation meet reality?

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Yoshi transformation hoodie gives you the stylish look of Super Mario’s dino pal【Photos】

Japanese fashion brand teams up with Nintendo for Colorful Yoshi Collection roomwear line.

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Three-day search for two-meter-long python in Okayama ends, found in owner’s car dashboard

Once again, a giant snake is always in the last place you look.

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Japan’s Family Mart selling rainbow socks, rainbow-package fried chicken as show of LGBTQ support

Portion of revenue to be donated to advocacy groups.

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We test out the portable shower backpack Amazon recommended to us (which also only has two stars)

Why was this product recommended over others with better reviews? We try to find out. 

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How origami changed the life of a Japanese woman in the U.S.

A lesson in how to overcome your fears and change your destiny.

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Godzilla turns your signature into King of the Signatures with kaiju personal seals in Japan【Pics】

Multiple generations of Godzilla and his friends and foes can be part of your signature.

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2021 saw the sharpest ever rate of decrease of Japan’s shrinking population, more records broken

Japan’s decreasing birthrate coupled with an aging population continue to spell out doom and gloom for the future of the country. 

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Final Fantasy T-shirt line on the way from Uniqlo, may be a hint that sequel is coming soon【Pics】

16-shirt lineup is part of Final Fantasy’s 35th anniversary celebration.

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Japan Rail apologises for discrimination “misunderstanding” with Russian sign

Railway company’s dedication to customer service backfires, landing it in hot water instead. 

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