Passersby were treated to the jazzy refrain of Kenshi Yonezu’s Lemon, as played by a gigantic mop-headed monster.
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Our often-single reporter gets a startling surprise from his girlfriend, and eats something he’s never had before.
But given Mom’s past cosplay skills, maybe she should have seen this coming.
Seiri-chan is making the leap from manga protagonist to the movie screen, and in a live-action adaptation.
Freak out your friends and family with these hyper-realistic socks made to look like cat feet.
One of the greatest driver’s cars Japan has ever produced shows its adorable side.
Crowdfunding success shows there’s still room for one more in the crowded Japanese toilet marketplace.
Cat joins the battle! Feline fighter frolics with Piranha Plant, other characters from the Nintendo hit.
A patron was delighted by the super adorable octopus balls masquerading as Dragon Balls. But why was there one missing?
Oh, and 29-year-old Famichiki Senpai is also an anthropomorphic piece of fried chicken with beefy human arms.
She may be old, but she’s got all the time in the world.
Shibuya never sleeps, but these people who partied there are catching some alcohol-induced Zs.
Ever been so angry you just want to fling your crap at the floor? The 100 yen chain has something for you, and it comes with an inspiring message.
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