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Studio Ghibli answers Spirited Away fan questions, reveals exciting facts and trivia behind the film
Anime studio shares new production secrets, including the real inspiration behind the bathhouse.
It sounded like stereotyping he’d heard before, but it turns out there was a twist ending.
When the snow starts falling, our boss’ stomach starts grumbling for this weird spin on a classic Japanese comfort food.
Twitter user asks for help searching for beloved Yorkshire terrier that went missing during walk in one of downtown Tokyo’s most popular parks.
Armed with long-sleeved shirts, a few clips, and Mr. Sato’s couture-minded cojones, we continue the SoraNews24 tradition of bold sartorial humor.
Conveyor belt sushi chain Kura Sushi single-sizes osechi, creates new desserts to keep us company.
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