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Otakuism is apparently hereditary, and especially strong in the bloodline of anime industry professionals.
The leopard-print loving star revealed a hilarious new verse and extra “Dance Time” moves at a press event in Japan on Friday.
In need of an inspiration boost? Come browse the zany yet brilliant ideas of artist Neji Sato in his website Prototype 1000.
No need to slay dragons or delve dungeons! You can now purchase Japan’s Tweezers of Legend with a few clicks of your mouse.
The funny video, shot by another professional sumo wrestler, shows the lighter side to Japan’s traditional sport.
You’re never too old to catch Pokémon GO fever and experience the pros and cons of history’s most popular smartphone game.
”Adorable” and “arachnid” aren’t two words we usually associate with each other, but this video is changing our minds.
The famous hospitality of Japan’s old capital is being put to intimidating use to combat inconsiderateness outside this building.
Workplace monitoring has never been this cute.
Surprisingly, no animal was seriously harmed during the filming of this video – unless you count its bruised ego.
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The average age of Japan’s hikikomori shut-ins is getting older, survey shows
Japan enters Golden Week vacation period, survey shows one in three plan to ride it out at home
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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