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Whether you’re new to Japan or a resident, this easily digestible video will fill you in on the country’s facts faster than any other.
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Desire for historically faithful reconstruction clashes with accessibility for wheelchair users.
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Simple technique requires only a printer, some tape, and maybe an anime reference.
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