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55-year-old politician thinks kids are ditching school because they’re spending too much time on their phones.
The “Harlem of Japan” may be losing the very thing that made it so popular in the first place.
Is this 7-Eleven just being run by a loose cannon, or is it a sign of bigger problems ahead?
Japan is known for its amazing delivery services, but behind the scenes there’s a lot of stress in keeping up the high standard.
Look forward to real-life takes on Peach and Bowser’s castles, Mario Kart themed attractions and more!
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Group includes a man in his 40s who sees no problem with doing wheelies through Namba Station.
New rage room lets you smash things in the style of Marvel’s Thor or Cloud from Final Fantasy.
Festival-goers sustain injuries, suffer broken bones at one of the most dangerous festivals in Japan.
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Possessing Harry Potter’s Sword of Godric Gryffindor is now illegal in Japan
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Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
Foreigner’s request for help in Tokyo makes us sad for the state of society
Japanese convenience store Family Mart announces abolishment of eat-in spaces
Life-size vibrating Legend of Zelda Master Sword for sale from Nintendo【Photos】
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Studio Ghibli releases free-download board game — Here’s how to play it without reading Japanese
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Police called out to investigate suspicious Santa in Wakayama
Japanese YouTuber talks candidly about sex education with fresh flair and funny anecdotes
Often-overlooked castle in Japan looks so beautiful in the snow that we can’t take our eyes off it
A carlator is shaking things up on our way to one of Japan’s last revolving restaurants
The 10 best hotel hot springs in Japan, as chosen by Japanese travelers
7-Eleven Japan releases fukubukuro lucky bags filled with convenience store surprises
Starbucks Japan releases a new Frappuccino that looks and tastes like a floral bouquet
Japanese business established to rent out ad space on lazy comedian’s backpack
We try European Cup Noodle Soba flavors to see which ones come out on top 【Taste test】
“Denki Anma”: The Japanese traditional torment that you’ll be glad stays in Japan
Toei Kyoto Studio Park takes you back in time to Edo period Japan, but all is not what it seems
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
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