Tokyo Olympic Committee considering using “instant transmission” during the Olympic Torch relay

Could they also be considering hiring Goku as one of the relay runners?

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Paralympic fencing medalist under fire for “slanted eye” photo on Instagram

The Internet has some fierce words for Italian wheelchair fencer Emanuele Lambertini, and are even calling for his medal to be revoked.

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New meets old while testing a Tesla in Kyoto in honor of Japan’s first Urban Superchargers

We get to take a Tesla Model S luxury EV for a spin around the historic capital of Japan.

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New 2.5-D Sailor Moon musical to be performed in New York, Washington【Video】

The glittery, galactic battles of Usagi and her friends will be performed live in the United States as a 2.5-D stage production!

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Abysmal viewer ratings for Pokémon anime series does not worry its broadcaster the slightest bit

After all, it’s been through worse before.

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Gigantic real-life Dragon Quest video game slime to appear in Japan this Christmas

The city of Yokohama adds an awesome, eight-meter (26.3-foot) tall attraction to convince people to come down from Tokyo for the afternoon.

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Sturgeons in Japanese village outnumber human population, used as marketing strategy

Sometimes, the best way to get your message across is with humor. Fish humor.

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We talk to Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph 2 producer Clark Spencer about visuals, visions and voices

We send our best and brightest Disney otaku to interrogate the Disney producer on Japan’s new release, Ralph Breaks the Internet.

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Kyoto Aquarium advises teen boy who can’t find a date to become a girl (because of ichthyology)

16-year-old who attends all-boys high school was feeling lovelorn, so the aquarium offered an unorthodox solution.

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Crabs take over electric signboard at Japanese train station

The mystery of the train-riding crabs sparks interest around the country.

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Shibuya Halloween suspects tracked down by cameras watching what train ticket they bought

Next time you get the urge to flip a little truck remember, big brother is watching.

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Throwing planet-smashing energy beams at one another is OK, but those martial arts masters better keep their middle fingers down.

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Why fix a problem in seconds when you can throw an extended hissy fit instead?

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Starbucks releases new “Japan Wonder Project” Goma Goma Goma Frappuccino and Latte for New Year

Exclusive beverages are inspired by an ancient New Year’s calligraphy tradition to help customers “get excited over unknown Japan”.

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Urusei Yatsura Cafe opening in Tokyo, four other cities to celebrate manga/anime’s 40th birthday

Come for the food and drink inspired by Rumiko Takahashi’s first manga series, stay for the special guest appearance by Maison Ikkoku.

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New Final Fantasy sake from “Black Dragon” brewery features awesome Yoshitaka Amano illustration

200-year-old sake brewery teams up with Final Fantasy’s legendary designer for a very special crossover.

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Japanese man in trouble for taking 11-second nap on train…that he was a conductor for

Taking a nap on the train in Japan is A-OK if you’re a passenger. Otherwise, not so much.

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Taiwanese model selling fish draws a crowd to her family’s business【Videos】

Is there something a little bit fishy about this fishmonger?

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Explosion occurred during dinner rush at second-floor restaurant.

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