Our latest get-rich-quick-with-poop scheme goes head-to-head with other attempts to supernaturally game the system.
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This multi-block queue has to be seen to be believed, as people spend hours lining up due to traditional beliefs.
Our reporter makes a long journey in the hope that some divine intervention will help her score tickets to her favorite idols’ concert this year.
The historical reason this shrine in the heart of the city is becoming a must-visit for idol fans.
Instead of chomping down enemies, Kirby’s tucking into burgers, dozing next to pizzas, and serving up coffee.
Pokélovers can have fun taking in the local sights AND entering a lottery to win some local delicacies.
Watch out, though: only a maximum of 84 people can take part in this luxury weekend activity.
Cosmetics will be sold in a lottery-style game at Japanese convenience stores as part of Clamp’s 30th anniversary celebrations.
Our latest get-rich-quick scheme takes us to a Shinto shrine in Kamakura with an 835-year history.
Trust us, this won’t end like our other get-rich-quick-schemes, because this time we’ve got supernatural powers on our side!
“Your one chance to win the jackpot slid down the drain?!” What would you do in this nightmare scenario?
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This glittering culinary creation is designed to bring luck to purchasers of Japan’s Dream Jumbo Lottery tickets!
The 58 year-old winner’s mother and daughter say they’re entitled to part of his winnings and went as far as to stage a protest at the local city office.
You’d have to be almost as wealthy as the Briefs family to win all four of the different versions!
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