If you’re hungry, strapped for cash, and/or indecisive, this Akihabara restaurant is for you.
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All-you-can-drink beer costs just 600 yen (US$5.80), which will barely get you a single glass in many other Tokyo restaurants.
She’s too short to ride Thunder Mountain, but proud owner still seems to be enjoying their theme park visits together.
Zoro has three blades, but you wield five when you shave!
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The makers of Final Fantasy are also now the makers of awesome burgers and cake at this Akihabara restaurant and gift shop.
Commune with your comrades and enjoy a taste of some authentic, homemade Mother Little Sister Russia!
Emotions can range from being ready to take on the world to “Man, I sure wish I was drunk right now.”
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