He might have gotten away with it if someone in Kyoto hadn’t wanted an extra-strong Sobble and Scorbunny.
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Maybe for another series it wouldn’t be a headscratcher, but Yoko Taro is surprised about one request.
Sega video game star to embark on a multiverse “journey of self-discovery and redemption.”
7-Eleven is ready to serve Nintendo fans Bowser-breath fried chicken and non-peach Princess Peach desserts.
Police called due to out-of-control crowd, sparking a heated debate on resellers in Japan.
The world’s first permanent Pokémon Cafe is feeling the blow of Japan’s international travel restrictions.
Strap on your VR headset and get set for a virtual visit to tonkotsu ramen specialist Ichiran.
Thank you Mario! But Universal Studios Japan’s expansion opening date is in another time period.
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