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According to his shirt, this guy isn’t just “huge in Japan”, he’s huge somewhere else too.
HodoBuzz shines a spotlight on women in the media with a cast of characters that redefines what it means to be Japanese.
Trail of visible pee stains on the carpet temporarily suspends 24 Hour Television charity event programme.
Come for the Japanese anime references, stay for the plot-changing twist that’s blown viewers’ minds.
“Unscripted” Netflix reality TV show comes under fire following claims of housemate manipulation.
Kyoko Kimura calls out Hana’s friends after revealing staff pressured her daughter to stage scenes on the show.
Pro baseballer shares three easy phrases people can use to stop a plague of hurtful online comments.
Messages from Netflix reality show cast members suggest bullying contributed to the young pro-wrestler’s death.
People are falling in love with the wide-eyed visitor from abroad who discovers Kabukicho isn’t really like it is in video games.
Channel your favourite character on the Central Perk couch with special menu items and Japan-exclusive goods.
How the loud-and-proud Fab Five were able to find success in a country that lags behind others when it comes to LGBTQ issues.
Look carefully and you’ll see Japan’s Benny Hill sandwiched in between these women.
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Japanese star of Britain’s Got Talent goes from strength to strength as his festive strip show catches the eye of a famous fan.
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Studio Ghibli releases Kiki’s Delivery Service chocolate cake pouches in Japan
New definition of “Japanese whiskey” goes into effect to prevent fakes from fooling overseas buyers
Our Japanese reporter visits Costco in the U.S., finds super American and very Japanese things
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Ghibli founders Toshio Suzuki and Hayao Miyazaki contribute to Japanese whisky Totoro label design
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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Starbucks Japan adds a Motto Frappuccino to the menu for a limited time
Sakura tree falls on man at Sannenzaka near Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto 【Breaking News】
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