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From falling cherry blossom leaves to a rabbit pounding mochi rice, these incredible slit animations are absolutely mesmerising.
Champagne-like sparkling beverages also honor director Makoto Shinkai’s latest anime film.
We bought some of these special Cokes to see how easily they turn into Christmas presents!
After hearing about it last week, you bet we went to check out Japan’s gigantic straw Godzilla for ourselves, and it’s way more imposing than we’d anticipated.
The conditions are just right to surround Takeda Castle with a sea of clouds.
Ukiyo-e master Hokusai’s iconic seascape is now appearing on eligible motor vehicles in the capital.
Pikachu is ready to help you ring in the new year with 24 auspicious dishes served inside a giant Poké Ball!
This Japanese company creates bags and smartphone pouches using the same type of distinctive plates and stitching found on samurai armour.
The first 16-bit video game console won’t be manufactured by Sega, though, or even in Japan.
The ingenious design includes a tiny pull tab on the label that neatly folds itself into a spectacular festive bow with one smooth movement!
Usually we think of costumes as something to sew, but some clever construction was required for this amazing Pokémon outfit.
Yes, that is Cardcaptor Sakura diligently working with her fishmen colleagues.
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