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Japanese researchers
A research group from Kyoto University conducted an experiment into the behavior of babies when shown an animation depicting a scene of bullying. During the experiment, a high percentage of the babies showed a deep interest in the party being bullied. It is thought that the tendency to sympathizing with the weaker party reveals the essentially benevolent nature of humankind.
Sonic the Hedgehog’s creator isn’t happy about Sega giving away Sonic 2, Nights for free on Steam
Burger King is releasing a Fake Burger in Japan
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit: Is it as cool as it looks in the trailer?【Review】
Japanese elementary teacher busted for hiding students’ shoes, writing “die” on their belongings
Melon bread showdown! Which Japanese convenience store melon pan is the one for you?【Taste test】
Leading Japanese voice actors help develop new line of throat lozenges
10 new fall anime series that our Japanese reporter recommends you watch
Pikachu, I poo with you! Official Pokémon toilet created in Japan for young fans
We travel to a mysterious power spot in Okinawa, where a “heart rock” floats in the sea
Japanese KitKats are shrinking, Nestlé says previous size may have been “too large” for customers
Man loses 200 times at crane game, calls police to investigate, staff member loses 300 times too
Finishing before the end – Japanese gamers discuss why they quit games right before the last boss
We enjoy fast food without human contact by trying out KFC Japan’s new takeout lockers
Hayao Miyazaki makes rare video appearance to check out Ghibli Museum’s revamped cafe【Video】
Japanese restaurant chain starts bold new policy: Letting you take your leftovers home with you
Totoro discovered in Japanese forest【Photos】
Starbucks unveils new Halloween drinkware collection
We track down rare Ramen Pringles, sold only at special vending machines in Japan
How to stop a Nintendo Switch from overheating 【Video】
Starbucks adds pumpkin to its autumn Frappuccino for Halloween
Nintendo puts out important notice for casual gamers who’ve bought a Switch during the pandemic
Studio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
A Pokémon glitch no one discovered in 18 years has been found…by a pet fish in Japan?!?【Videos】Man loses 200 times at crane game, calls police to investigate, staff member loses 300 times tooTotoro discovered in Japanese forest【Photos】
Japan to reopen to international tourists with new entry requirements
Japanese houses that cost just US$28,000 thrill the Internet, also break its heart
Studio Ghibli animator reveals the secret food eaten by Chihiro’s parents in Spirited Away
Japan to reopen borders to travelers from all countries worldwide starting in October
DyDo is offering Japan’s first “reverse” vending machine of drinks for a very limited time
Adult Cream Pie coming to McDonald’s JapanNintendo puts out important notice for casual gamers who’ve bought a Switch during the pandemic
Jason calls off Friday the 13th activities due to coronavirus
Japan goes beyond rice cookers with new curry rice cooker, the kitchen gadget we need right now
Microsoft Japan’s experiment with 3-day weekend boosts worker productivity by 40 percentStudio Ghibli releases 400 images from eight movies free to download online
Japanese cosplay model shows off thighs, but fans’ eyes are on her Nintendo 64 controller gripA Pokémon glitch no one discovered in 18 years has been found…by a pet fish in Japan?!?【Videos】
Customers race to Uniqlo for new summer face masks, but are they really worth the hype?
Parasite movie releases free official wallpapers to download as backgrounds for video calls
Leading Japanese voice actors help develop new line of throat lozenges
10 new fall anime series that our Japanese reporter recommends you watch
Pikachu, I poo with you! Official Pokémon toilet created in Japan for young fans
We travel to a mysterious power spot in Okinawa, where a “heart rock” floats in the sea
Japanese KitKats are shrinking, Nestlé says previous size may have been “too large” for customers
Muji’s Nuka Paste for Pickling is perfect for making your own Japanese pickles at home
Studio Ghibli releases 300 more images from six movies free to download online
You can build Japan’s hauntingly beautiful Gunkanjima as a papercraft kit【Photos】
Man loses 200 times at crane game, calls police to investigate, staff member loses 300 times too
Hayao Miyazaki makes rare video appearance to check out Ghibli Museum’s revamped cafe【Video】
Time to head north: Tochigi Prefecture’s gyoza-flavored rice topping is nothing short of divine
When the pandemic is over…Beautiful photos of places Japan travelers want to visit after corona