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Warning: Spoilers abound in these rankings, but we’ll give a tip that the top five picks are from anime series that aired no later than 2010.
Gudetama, My Melody, and even Hello Kitty herself don disguises to celebrate the Internet’s love for all-things-cat.
This new Working Cats x Shinjuku Ward campaign clip draws from cuteness for coronavirus preventive measures.
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Don’t be afraid to take in the eye candy with these characters who originally graced the pages of Japan’s best-selling weekly shonen manga magazine.
Survey reveals the top ten candidates who fans believe have what it takes to lead the country.
Jiji the cat and Totoro and friends feature on tops, pants, skirts, dresses and accessories in the collection.
The city’s subway operator can’t decide whether their mascot should look like a muppet or a sexy service manager.
With photo booths, cosplaying staff, and costume rental for diners, this is one of the most unusual food courts you’ll find in Japan.
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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Japanese vending machines now sell pearl jewellery
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