Seiji Nakazawa
The man who made KFC so popular at Christmas brought a taste of Kentucky to Japan in more ways than one.
What started out feeling like a dumb gag manga became a source of strength as our otaku reporter searched for a purpose in life.
We’ve gotta say, there’s no way we would’ve thought this remote-looking location would turn out to be such a hidden gem.
A mystical, hidden place only serviced by two trains per day: secret gem, or portal to another world?
Local resident reveals the real reason why their roads are wider than other parts of Japan.
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After previously taking part in all kinds of prep work, Seiji finally experiences the culmination of his fellow team members’ hard work and dreams.
Seiji revisits his musician roots while discovering how the individuals of one local community have built a lasting celebration of music and family.
Social media makes it look like a piece of cake, but how will our reporter handle his magical ball?
Our wannabe Wolf of Wall Street attempts to strike it rich with the volatile exchange rates.
After a month of visiting auspicious sites, Seiji’s luck levels should be maxed out, right?
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