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Causal clothing retail giant UNIQLO announced last week it would introduce a line of women’s and kids’ shorts themed on Baskin-Robbins ice-cream flavors from June 24.
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Japanese government to make first change to romanization spelling rules since the 1950s
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Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
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Historical figures get manga makeovers from artists of Spy x Family, My Hero Academia and more
Pokémon Sleep camping suite and guestrooms coming to Tokyo Hyatt along with giant Snorlax burgers
McDonald’s new Happy Meals offer up cute and practical Sanrio lifestyle goods
Sakura tree falls on man at Sannenzaka near Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto 【Breaking News】
Beautiful Sailor Moon manhole cover coasters being given out for free by Tokyo tourist center
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Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
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