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Coming of Age Day: Celebrations for 18 & 20-Year-Olds
Japan's Coming of Age Day traditions are evolving! Learn how the lowered legal adult age impacts celebrations and ceremonies for those turning 18 or 20.
Source: SoraNews24
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Glowing Sperm Research in Japan Aids Male Fertility
Japanese researchers at Hokkaido University have created mice with sperm that glows, a medical breakthrough aiding male reproductive health studies. This advancement allows for more accurate and humane testing of treatments, potentially benefiting human medicine.
Source: SoraNews24
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Valentine's Chocolate Rebound in Japan!
A recent survey indicates a resurgence in Japanese women giving Valentine's Day chocolate, nearly a 70% increase in two years. This trend reflects a return to social interactions post-pandemic, offering travelers a glimpse into evolving cultural traditions.
Source: SoraNews24
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Tokyo Boonies: Retro Game Lucky Bags!
Score retro video game bargains outside Tokyo's city center at shops like Guruguru Daiteikoku in Hachioji. Reporter Takuya Inaba explores themed 'lucky bags' filled with surprises for PSP, PS3, Nintendo DS, and Wii.
Source: SoraNews24
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Kyoto Shrine Graffiti: Vandalism Mars Beauty
Vandals are defacing bamboo groves near Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine, a popular destination known for its stunning natural beauty. This damage impacts the visual experience and threatens the health of the trees.
Source: SoraNews24
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Princess Mononoke Magnets Restocked!
Studio Ghibli's Donguri Kyowakoku restocked its popular Princess Mononoke magnets. Perfect for anime fans, these detailed decorations bring the film's magic to your home.
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan's New Stationmaster Cat is Here!
Wakayama's Kishi Station welcomes Yontama as its new feline stationmaster, continuing a beloved tradition. Travelers can visit Yontama and Gotama (now stationmaster at Idakiso Station) on the Kishigawa Line for a unique railway experience.
Source: SoraNews24
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Pole Dancing for Fitness in Japan?
A 52-year-old reporter shares tips for achieving fitness goals in Japan through pole dancing. Discover how to make exercise a sustainable habit, regardless of age or initial fitness level.
Source: SoraNews24
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Umamusume Plushie Recalled for Extra Ears!
Gift, a Japanese anime plushie company, recalled its Vivlos plushie due to a design error: it has four ears. If you purchased this plushie at Comiket in Tokyo, you can get a refund or replacement.
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan's Youth Demographic Shifts: Foreign Residents Rise
Japan's young adult population is seeing a significant shift. Nearly one in ten young adults in Japan is now a foreign national, impacting the country's cultural landscape.
Source: SoraNews24
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