Childhood is notoriously short in education-and-work-come-first Japan, but these tykes’ throwback idea of fun got them out of trouble with the law.
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Sometimes, we don’t realize how much we were loved until it’s our turn to love our own children.
For the second year in a row, this chain of Kyoto butcher shops is offering a bittersweet deal to those whose dreams were dashed.
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Unexpected request changes attitudes about sidewalk manners and being considerate of vision-impaired residents.
This little guy sets a shining example for goldfish everywhere – people could learn a thing or two from it as well.
We traveled to the disaster-stricken Tohoku region to see the effects of Pocket Monster Lapras’ real-world healing powers.
Reminds them that they’re not alone, and that even if things look bleak now, they might be just about to take a turn for the better.
Author found himself waiting on a subway platform, with the train aproaching, thinking “If I just take one little step forward, I won’t have to go to work tomorrow.”
In just over one minute, video takes us on an emotional journey through 20 years of Pokémon passion.
Kids are given one less plane ticket than there are members of their family, and their responses are heartwarming.
One variety proves to be particularly common among online commenters.
Tormented grade schooler didn’t have to look far for proof that someday things could be better.
”Make your parents cry” may not have been the assignment, but it was definitely the result of this important lesson.
This delicately crafted story is ideal for viewers who want to change themselves for the better but just need to take that daunting first step.
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