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Mariko shares a glimpse into what’s different in one Tokyo neighborhood compared to her memories from 20 years ago.
Fans of the series that turned real race horses into cute anime girls will definitely want to ride this.
JR East’s newest venture reimagines each of the 30 stations on Tokyo’s most famous train line as a singing and performing idol.
Daydreaming about getting a place in Japan’s capital? You might be able to make it a reality.
Electronic Paper and E Ink create a moving display for the opening of Takanawa Gateway Station.
A long stretch of the Yamanote Line is taking a break while construction crews get ready for its newest station.
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Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
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Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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