Consider this your treasure map to the wonders hiding in Japanese convenience stores’ cooler cases.
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This year, customers can enjoy a citrus ingredient not often found on the Japanese mainland in Starbucks’ signature beverage.
Meet singles and eat and drink as much as you like in a prime location right next to the Pacific. And all for free (if you’re a girl).
The summer sounds and the relaxed kitty make this one of the most calming clips we’ve ever seen!
As usual, when Mr. Sato thinks he has a good idea, we strongly recommend you don’t try it at home.
See just how much hair a dog can shed during a routine shampoo in this series of impressive before-and-after photos.
From fried noodles to “octopus balls”, what you’ll find at a festival food stall is probably nothing like you imagined Japanese food to be.
The Kit Kats here are served with a theatrical display of dry ice and biscuit pieces that allow you to blow “smoke” out your nose.
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