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Studio Ghibli answers Spirited Away fan questions, reveals exciting facts and trivia behind the film
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Japanese Internet mesmerized by photo showing road that appears to go straight into the sky
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Pokémon Diamond and Pearl game music is now free to enjoy or download for a limited time
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Top 10 anime women with biggest, most impactful breasts, voted by thousands of Japanese netizens
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Miss Universe 2021 Japan entry slammed for wearing “dead person’s kimono”
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
Mario isn’t number one? Nintendo plumber doesn’t win Super Mario series character popularity poll
Engrish mistake turns innocent sign into X-rated notice at Japanese store
Country kimono! Project completes set of over 200 designs for every nation at Tokyo Olympics【Pics】
Japanese gamers vote for most frustrating, spirit-crushing video game
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