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Canadian reporter in Tokyo impressed by the transportational efficiency of Japan’s mama chari
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Casey Baseel
Aug 2, 2021 - Tweet
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Hardcore anime fan rides bike 250 miles to Tokyo to attend Comiket convention
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Casey Baseel
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Who needs the bullet train when you’re a fan with legs of steel?
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