Japanese company tests the bounds of “common sense” by using Ghibli art to advertise their wares.
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Hilarious captions with viral hashtag help everyone “Learn about housewife work through Ghibli”.
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Starbucks Japan says sayonara to the Filone for new sandwiches and a Pumpkin Soupuccino
Family Mart releases 47 convenience store socks and stickers, one for every prefecture in Japan
Japan announces new permanent residency guidelines, foreigners must earn more than average Japanese person
Studio Ghibli’s Calcifer is ready to light up your home as a magical-looking candle lamp [Photos]
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