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Learn Japanese katana techniques from movie actors and film your own sword-fight in an Edo setting.
Warrior underwear loved by Robert De Niro, Billy Joel, and Madonna’s dancers are now available to purchase.
81-year-old owner/designer builds what he sees in his dream, want visitors from overseas to experience his maze.
Final Fantasy VII’s villain gets a foxy makeover as he forcibly recommends a meal for his rival.
Studio Ghibli bathhouse owner, other anime characters recreated in snow and ice at annual Hokkaido event.
Starter city’s tall towers, tiny details all look amazing thanks to Shizuoka creative team.
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Ghibli founders Toshio Suzuki and Hayao Miyazaki contribute to Japanese whisky Totoro label design
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
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Bad tourist manners at Mt Fuji Lawson photo spot prompts Japanese town to block view with screens
No longer able to draw breasts due to family circumstances, manga artist retires
Sailor Moon wedding reception reservations start, floral arrangements, table settings shown off
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Edo-themed onsen and restaurant complex opens in Tokyo, but do overseas tourists know about it?
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