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Device seeks to fire your voice straight at the bull’s eye in anime fans’ selective attention.
Thanks to several items outfitted with self-parking systems, we get a glimpse into the future of Japanese hospitality.
The country that created the book Everybody Poops now gives you a way to let everybody know.
Japan Railways is taking applications to experience the future of Japanese rail travel nearly a decade ahead of time.
The Edo Past and Present Wanderings app appeals not only to old map buffs, but to anyone with a sense of adventure.
Maybe it won’t be all bad when the machines gain sentience, as long as they prepare some nice snacks for us.
System is quick and easy to use, requires no payment or registration.
The world of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld, or maybe Pixar’s Wall-e, comes a step closer with the demonstration of suitcases with a mind of their own.
Japanese Twitter user’s crazily extreme device is perfect for when you need multiple tissues, stat.
Good news for all of us who’ve sent a message to the wrong person, or sent a message that’s just plain wrong.
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