Lotteria kicks off its sukiyaki fair, which comes with a large side order of Japanese vocabulary.
We crack open an overwhelming batch of toys–from the charming to the wacky–in which there’s gotta be something for everyone.
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Magical woman Cures get special food, drinks, and exclusive merch for fans who grew up with the series.
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