Weird Japanese gacha lucky dip vending machine gives us more than we bargained for

You never know what might happen when you play with the gacha gods. 

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Number of foreigners working in Japan hits all-time high, 25 percent come from same country

Study shows often overlooked prefecture has second-highest number of working foreign residents in Japan.

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Sanyo Shinkansen ending in-car food cart sales (unless you’ve got the cash for first-class)

Last bastion of regular-car Shinkansen wagon sales between Tokyo and Fukuoka falls.

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Matcha strawberry daifuku from Hatoya really lets the green tea shine in more ways than one

We try one and other items from the limited-time booth in Shinjuku.

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Our “Dark Curry” puts the luck back into potluck with a curry of unknown ingredients

We once again dabble in the dark culinary arts.

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Pray for sound health for your beloved pets this Setsubun with special good luck sushi rolls just for them

Have your pet face east-northeast while eating these treats on February 3 and it’s sure to bring them good luck!

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Should you drive through a red traffic light like this in Japan? Confusing road rule explained

If you’re driving in Japan, don’t be caught out by seeing red and green signals together. 

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Japanese rail company lets teens ride for free on super stressful entrance exam days

Test takers given free pass and good luck charm.

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Charges dropped against alleged group that broke into vending machine after Noto earthquake

Conflicting reports were made regarding incident after powerful quake on New Year’s Day. 

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Should you add instant ramen toppings before or after adding hot water?【Taste test】

We find out if post-loading your ramen is better than pre-loading.

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7-Eleven Japan’s new microwaves know how long your bento should be warmed up, even if you don’t

Video shows clever new system in action.

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Japan’s cutest bird becomes a Krispy Kreme sakura doughnut for cherry blossom season

Beloved shimaenaga “snow fairies” bring the kawaii to Krispy Kreme, but you’ll only find them at four stores in all of Japan.

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Make Studio Ghibli anime food with new Kiki’s Delivery Service recipe book from Japan

Official recipes give us a taste of famous meals from the film, and they’re easy enough for children to make too.

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Is Japan’s cheapest SIM-free phone plan actually usable? Testing Irumo on all Tokyo Metro lines

We get to the bottom of the low-cost, SIM-free service plan by heading to the deepest points of the public transportation network.

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Appeal filed to block death sentence for Kyoto Animation arsonist

Defense maintains that defendant should not be held responsible for his actions.

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Godiva x Mister Donut collaboration adds chocolate heart doughnuts to stores for Valentine’s Day

New limited-edition sweets bring a dash of luxury to Japan’s top doughnut chain.

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Spirited Away’s No Face appears on new ramen bowls and tableware by Studio Ghibli

Clever design lets you recreate a famous movie scene with your broth, and watch No Face swimming beneath your noodles.

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How to throw off your suit and shirt like a Like a Dragon tough guy, starring Mr. Sato【Videos】

The iconic scene from Sega’s over-the-top series might look like the sort of thing only video game tough guys can do, but Mr. Sato shows how to do it in real life.

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Starbucks Japan unveils new blood-red Frappuccinos for Valentine’s Day

The green mermaid invites us into a thrilling polyamorous romance, tinged with danger.

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Kyoto Animation president, arsonist’s attending physician comment following death penalty ruling

”I have absolutely no sympathy for him.”

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