46th floor Shibuya observation deck turns out to be a uniquely beautiful place for people-watching.
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The most popular cat breed in Japan has clinched the title for the twelfth consecutive year.
Musician who always has love for his fans shows his heart is big enough to love other people too.
Theft of products from restrooms is dragging a famously considerate and honest society down the drain.
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