Encountering Pokémon in real life via Pokemon GO is cool. Lapras on the edge of extinction due to poaching? Not so much.
Seriously, kids these days, right?
Be careful when breaking out this one; sometimes the person you’re pitying doesn’t want your pity.
With their cute sets of extra paws, these hilarious cats look like furry catbuses come to life!
The anthropomorphized frog and rabbit from the famous 12th century Choju-jinbutsu-giga acquaint themselves with computers, selfie sticks and more in this cute line of miniature figures.
Check out Hatsune Miku showing off her shiny tresses without her signature twin tail hairstyle.
Clever codger shows he still has a strong memory and a sharp mind.
Shimane Prefecture awards a college student’s family a settlement in restitution for the roadside accident that took her life.
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Journey from Tokyo to Rio de Janeiro recreated in the style of Nintendo’s classic games
Marugame Udon, a ubiquitous Tokyo noodle shop, serves this delicious “hidden” menu item for just 130 yen.
Brush up on your flying chariot versus incense chariot tactics with this close-quarters version of the complex Japanese relative of chess.
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