Murouji has a fascinating history, with stunning sights that’ll linger in your heart long after you visit.
Enjoy an adult drink bar on the cheap, where you pour the drinks how and when you want them.
There are no Krabby Patties to be found inside but plenty of other useful nautical nonsense.
At SoraNews24, we love “sora,” the Japanese word for sky, so let’s take a look at some of the most memorable instances of the word in Japanese history.
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