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First-of-its-kind tax would bring in nearly one billion yen, but government says it’s not about the money.
Japanese fans rate the best dwellings from iconic anime films, and reveal why they want to live there.
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Before-and-after photos of revamped vacant houses combine traditional beauty with modern style.
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Tokyo model lets you share a beer with your sudden wife of eight years and play with your seven year-old daughter.
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