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Mayor of second-place city expresses regret at not capturing the title of Japan’s biggest ramen-spenders.
New rule for convenience stores goes into effect on day of announcement, but there’s some equipment shops and shoppers need first.
Report says latest removal of pandemic protocols will bring the noise back, but one precaution is staying in place.
Even with government plans to downgrade the coronavirus to the same danger level as seasonal flu, many plan to stay masked up.
What’s the appeal of the more rural southwestern prefecture over a centralized urban lifestyle?
Every year all eyes are on the flashiest fashions at Kitakyushu, but there’s another side to the story.
Christmas Eve is considered the biggest date night of the year, but most respondents are planning to spend it a different way.
Japanese comedian calls out “bad manners” of Pokémon-playing friends, but not everyone thinks his take is the very best.
Communication skills and thoughtfulness make men’s and women’s lists, but don’t come out on top.
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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】
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