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Real cherry blossoms wither after a week, but flowers on this plastic tree will last a very long time.
Combining urban innovation and entertainment in epic proportions, Japanese netizens are hoping developers make this a reality.
Video game giant continues to be a customer service titan as it restores fan’s original model 3DS.
Silhouettes of karate fighters, bodybuilders, and domestically dedicated dudes make would-be criminals think you’ve got a live-in boyfriend.
Clever production innovation lets designers create amazingly convincing contrast between skin and other textures.
Think Japanese businessmen don’t care about their wives? This one does, and he’s got no time for anyone keeping him from taking care of her.
Ninja, sumo, and kabuki Pikachu are hiding in plain sight right next to Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe.
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Carefully designed features promise to keep you warm and bring you closer together at outdoor events.
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Tokyo college kid is ahead of the merchandising curve as he goes beyond itasha to show his love for this season’s hit camping anime.
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