Typhoon Hagibis brought Team Canada’s World Cup campaign to an early finish, but the kindhearted athletes still had one more thing to do in Japan.
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Tennis star says “playing for the pride of the nation will be a very emotional experience.”
Foreign tourists ignore requests by rail operators to watch their manners on trains in Japan.
Embarrassing fashion faux pas has these players dressed in the same way that Japanese people dress dead bodies.
People in Japan now concerned over what might happen on public transport during the Tokyo Olympics.
Japanese Internet users commend their national soccer star for words of encouragement during a bitter moment.
Trio of events end at the same time, sending three huge fanbases to the same station.
Tells rising star it’s OK to cry, and does plenty of it herself.
Ever been so angry you felt the need to smack someone else with your own kid? No? Then you’re a calmer parent than this guy.
Official assures us that posting pics from the Games is A-OK, and clarifies what you’re not allowed to share online.
Your medal-worthy Olympic venue videos will have to stay within the confines of your phone, say organizers of 2020 Olympics.
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Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】
Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
One Piece characters’ nationalities revealed, but fans have mixed opinions
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Beautiful Red and Blue Star luxury trains set to be Japan’s new Hokkaido travel stars
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Tokyo luxury hotel offers month-long stays with free breakfasts, might be cheaper than apartment
We tried a Japanese egg steamer to achieve the perfect breakfast eggs without a stove
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Random love: massively popular Hong Kong capsule vending machine dispenses dates for $2.55
Fried sandwiches arrive in Tokyo, become hot topic on social media
Disney selling ultra-premium backpacks for Japanese schoolkids exclusively inside its Tokyo parks
Japanese cat book explains how cats see their human owners, and it’s not as objects of respect
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