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Put a shirt on, you crazy kids!
Tradition and community are great, but there’s one more thing this Nagano celebration gets a boost from.
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Kayako and Toshio are a lot more laid back when they’re not committing supernatural murder.
Taking a page from traditional artisans, these treats shine like gold near the Sea of Japan.
After dancing the night away, we just end up with a hangover, but apparently it helps Pikachu evolve to a higher state of combat prowess.
Finally, fans of the boob-centric video game franchise will get the wrist support they need.
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Passersby witness frightening scene as it happens.
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