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70-year-old downtown hotel is closing, possible permanently, but there’s still time for one last taste of its amazing purin platter.
Manekineko designed to generate prosperity threatens to do the opposite, leaving us with nothing but zekku.
Our boss gives us a generous winter bonus, but makes us work for it with a team challenge.
One of Tokyo’s most famous sweets stores may have closed, but this new dessert honours its legacy.
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