Does this mean the priest’s purification ritual has placated the beast? Or is it an omen of something else to come?
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Our visiting Japanese reporter shares her thoughts on the Spanish capital’s tribute to Japanese culture in its various forms.
Model daughter of former SMAP member gets caught up in controversy involving shoes and kimono.
The only makers of katanuki pieces may have to close their doors forever if the pandemic continues much longer.
Studio Ghibli film has eerie parallels with the story of a child who mysteriously went missing for seven days.
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Seductive poses criticised for being disrespectful to Japanese culture.
Japanese social media users are more wary about opening their hearts online compared to other countries — but why?
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Japanese rental house comes with craziest amenity ever: a full-size bus
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