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End of the line for JR East’s adorable mascot for its revolutionary train fare payment system.
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“The Beginning of Kawaii” exhibition explores the backstories of famous Sanrio characters and more.
Luce is an attempt to form connections via “the pop culture so beloved by our young people.”
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Video released on same day approval is granted for waste water project at Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Kids in Hikari are raised under Boob Childrearing concepts.
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