[ad_1] In 2024, Ishikawa Prefecture faced a devastating earthquake, leaving an indelible mark on the region and its people. The tremors not only shook the land but also the hearts of many, disrupting lives and landscapes across the prefecture. Amidst this turmoil, the resilient spirit of the community shone brightly. Residents and authorities alike banded …
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[ad_1] It’s been two years since Japan introduced new legislation aim at protecting young women from malicious actors in the adult video (AV) industry. Not everyone’s happy with the law. Last month, 100 AV stars and producers came together to demand changes. Instead of protecting them, they say it’s killing their industry and threatening their …
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[ad_1] Kenyan Benson Kipruto and Ethiopian Sutume Kebede won Sunday’s Tokyo Marathon with respective men’s and women’s race records. Kipruto came home in 2 hours, 2 minutes, 16 seconds after outdueling countryman Timothy Kiplagat over the final stages. Kiplagat clocked 2:02:55 for second, while Vincent Kipkemoi completed a Kenyan podium sweep in 2:04:18. Benson Kipruto …
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[ad_1] Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum is a shining display of the worldview of Studio Ghibli and its acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki, whose son Goro helped to design and build it at the turn of the century. It’s one of the most magical places in the city, with design features that make visitors swoon, and now you can reconstruct it in miniature form, thanks …
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[ad_1] One of Japan’s most…quirky hotel chains is always looking for ways to up the quirk factor. The latest move for Henn Na Hotel, Japan’s famous chain “run” by robots, is one that’s sure to please Japanese domestic and inbound tourist railway fans – particularly fans of the Shinkansen, Japan’s much-lauded bullet train service. Henn …
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[ad_1] The Tokyo Marathon was only held for the first time in 2007, but it’s quickly become one of the premier distance running events in Japan. Conditions for this year’s iteration look to be just about ideal, with clear skies and mild temperatures forecast for the start of the race at 9:10 a.m. on Sunday. But while no …
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[ad_1] One of Japan’s largest adult video (AV) makers found itself in some tough straits last year when police busted them for operating a Kabukicho bar without a license. Now, SOD Land is back, and the parent company’s CEO is apologetic. But he’s also sore about how much complying with the law cost him. The …
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[ad_1] Japan’s Valentine’s celebration is unique from the rest of the world. Unlike in most countries, women are the ones who treat men during Japanese Valentine’s. However, what truly separates Japan’s version of Valentine’s is that the country has a separate holiday that adds another twist to Japanese Valentine’s. White Day is Japan’s “Reverse Valentine’s …
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[ad_1] When it comes to unique dishes, Shiga has plenty to offer. Among them, the famous yakisaba somen holds a special place in the hearts of Nagahama locals. This delicacy consists of somen noodles simmered in a rich broth and topped with a succulent piece of marinated mackerel. The marriage of the soft noodles and …
[ad_1] Japan knows how to throw a party. As the sun sets, cities light up with the cozy glow of izakaya, where laughter and lively chatter fill the air. Sharing drinks is deeply rooted in the culture, offering a much-needed break from the day’s hustle and a chance to bond with coworkers. But, as with …
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