COVID-19 (Page 2)
The top entry is a big surprise considering how large COVID-19’s influence looms in the list.
Our Japanese-language reporter writes on the peculiarities of traveling from a high-risk country during a pandemic.
Three special stars from Japan’s TikTok scene show up to guide us through Starbucks’ COVID-19 preventative measures.
Our reporter shares some important things to know if you’ll be applying for a vaccine passport within Japan.
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Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
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