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J-pop star reflects on the people she’s had to say goodbye to, and why that can hurt like nothing else.
Award-winning actor who starred in the hit film Koizora has died from a suspected suicide.
“I’m making my donation with the hope that it can help, even if it’s just a little.” the rock god said.
X Japan frontman appears to fight back tears as he talks with a Nobel Laureate about the pandemic.
Musician who always has love for his fans shows his heart is big enough to love other people too.
J-rock legend hangs out with the 44th president of the United States at birthday bash in California.
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Kingdom Hearts III singer shares drawing, message of what she wanted to be when she grew up.
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AKB48 signs removed from exterior of AKB48 Theater building in Akihabara
Studio Ghibli producer makes bombshell anime revelations during online Q&A
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Japanese man arrested for stealing women’s shoes and replacing them with new ones
In Japan, you can now earn money for turning your car into an anime itasha
World’s second-oldest hotel offers new self-service stays to cope during pandemic
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Travelers entering Japan will have to install location confirmation app, Skype on smartphones
Some of Japan’s most iconic vending machines will soon be no more
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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
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A Pokémon glitch no one discovered in 18 years has been found…by a pet fish in Japan?!?【Videos】
Parasite movie releases free official wallpapers to download as backgrounds for video calls
Taiwanese pianist adds busty cosplay to her performance, instantly gets five million views【Videos】
Studio Ghibli releases free wallpapers to download and use as backgrounds for video calls
Man sheds half his body weight, looks like a handsome model in just one year
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Beautiful photos of the isekai-looking mountain that’s one of the Tokyo area’s best day-trips
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Japanese netizen goes ham for hanami with supersized dango and we live for it【Photos】
Chucky and Friends save Easter
How to properly pronounce “Ghibli” and other fun trivia about the legendary animation studio
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Studio Ghibli producer makes bombshell anime revelations during online Q&A
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