Man charged in “Cat Island” poisoning may have singly decimated island’s cat population
Dwindling cat population There are a few islands called “Cat Island” in Japan. The most famous one is Aoshima in Ehime prefecture, but there’s a…
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Who are the world’s favorite Sanrio characters? 2020 Sanrio Character Ranking
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Universal Studios Japan attempt to reopen from June 19th
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Fuji Rock Festival cancels 2020 event
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Tokyo Tower reopens, but there’s a catch if you want to get to the top!
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Japanese KFCs dress Col. Sanders in armor to show gratitude and resistance to COVID-19
Kentucky Fried Chicken is celebrating half a century of business in Japan this year. © PR Times, Inc. And as they’ve done since 1984, KFC…
Japanese mascot Chiitan condemns racism in wake of upheaval in America
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Pandemic Patrol Vigilante Goes Too Far
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Kihachi Cafe’s Muskmelon and White Wine Jelly Parfait is a Succulent Summery Sensation
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YouTube perplexingly changes Japanese CG artist’s terrifying video to “made for kids”
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Sanrio Cafe opens in the Ikebukuro neighborhood of Tokyo
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