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An unexpected encounter sends us on a journey to the other side of Japan, and into the past.
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Yes, even in 2026 you can still get arrested if you don’t follow a law originally enacted to keep ex-samurai in line.
Tokyo’s record-breaking New Year’s Day fish market auction tuna arrives at one of Japan’s favorite casual sushi restaurant chains.
Two Sanrio stars slip on sumo loincloths to celebrate the first nig sumo tournament of the year.
It’s time, once again, to pull out every trick we can think of to try to boost our luck in Japan’s huge end of the year lottery.
The “super-thick” ehomaki is a luxurious way to ensure good luck for your home and family in the coming year.
Ueno Zoo is doing what it can to keep the line moving as fans come to say goodbye to Japan’s last pandas.
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