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Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
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McDonald’s ad in Japan causes controversy overseas
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“Hey, Japanese taxi driver, take us to the best seafood joint in Otaru!”
We visited the southernmost and westernmost convenience stores in all of Japan…or so we thought
Studio Ghibli adds a Spirited Away jewellery box to its merchandise range in Japan
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