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Japanese Workers Reveal Top Qualities of a Good Boss
A recent survey in Japan asked workers what makes a good boss. Technical expertise ranked low, with communication and interpersonal skills considered more important.
Source: SoraNews24
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Village Vanguard's Gold Lucky Bag: Worth the Hype?
Village Vanguard's lucky bags are known for quirky, often useless items. This year, their Gold Lucky Bag surprised with a valuable coffee grinder, but other items were a mixed bag.
Source: SoraNews24
Transport•
Shinkansen Private Booths Arriving This October!
Luxury private booths are coming to Japan's Shinkansen bullet trains between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka sooner than expected! Starting October 1st, travelers can experience enhanced comfort and privacy on select N7000S-series Tokaido Shinkansen trains.
Source: SoraNews24
Culture•
Enako's Comiket Return Draws Huge Crowds
Top Japanese cosplayer Enako made a triumphant return to Comiket after 6 years, drawing massive crowds. Her appearance caused a stir, with fans forming the now-famous 'Enako Ring' to catch a glimpse of her.
Source: SoraNews24
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The Purple Lucky Bag from Village Vanguard is an extra-large waste of money
It really puts the “fuk” and “u” back into “fukubukuro.” Lucky bags, also known as “fukubukuro” in Japanese, are a really fun New Year’s tradition that puts a little zing into holiday shopping. These
Source: SoraNews24
Food•
Record Tuna Price at Tokyo's Fish Market!
Tokyo's Toyosu Market saw a record-breaking New Year auction with a tuna selling for over 510 million yen (US$3.33 million). Sushi Zanmai plans to serve the prized tuna at regular prices.
Source: SoraNews24
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Rakuten's Osechi Lucky Bag: A Culinary Gamble
Rakuten offers a New Year's osechi fukubukuro (lucky bag) with feasts ranging wildly in value. One writer's experience reveals the potential for a delicious culinary adventure.
Source: SoraNews24
Culture•
Japan: Foreign Residents Seen as Essential
A recent survey reveals that most Japanese mayors consider foreign residents essential for their communities. However, many also acknowledge cultural challenges arising from increasing internationalization.
Source: SoraNews24
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Love in Japan: Shinto Shrines for Romance
Start the New Year with a visit to one of Japan's Shinto shrines known for enmusubi, or 'tying together connections,' especially romantic ones. A recent survey indicates that many Japanese visit these shrines seeking divine help in finding love or strengthening existing relationships.
Source: SoraNews24
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Village Vanguard's $70 Lucky Bag: A Bust?
Village Vanguard's most expensive 'Black Lucky Bag' disappoints with quirky, not-so-useful items. Travelers seeking unique souvenirs might want to skip this one.
Source: SoraNews24
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