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Guidebooks love to say it’s because Japanese people think tipping is rude, but that’s not even close to the whole story.
The Studio Ghibli classic turns out to be a perfect motif for Japan’s centuries-old “flower cards.”
Nihonbashi’s beautiful “minamo fireworks” and tempting goldfish sweets are part of its plan for fun even in record-breaking heat.
Is there anything Kitty can’t do? She can spiritually purify your house or room with salt now, so tell your ghost stories without fear of retribution!
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