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Japan’s Noisy But Entertaining Local Elections Are Finally Over
Campaign vans have ended their 12-day reign of megaphone terror but that means no more naked politician posters.
By Kelsey Lark 2 min read
Documents Reveal Japan Has Considered a Female Monarch Since the 90s
Could we see an empress rule Japan in the next era?
Starbucks Japan Launching New Frappuccinos with Ridiculous Hashtag Names
Tomorrow Starbucks will start selling its #STRAWBERRYVERYMUCHFRAPPUCCINO__RED and #STRAWBERRYVERYMUCHFRAPPUCCINO__WHITE proving that actual words no longer have value.
Check Out these Costumes from Kyoto University’s Cosplay-themed Graduation
Wait, is that guy...naked?
Here’s What Japanese Twitter Thinks of the New Era Name
From political musings to lewd jokes, "Reiwa" has got people talking.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Emperor’s Abdication
Think Emperor Akihito’s abdication is a typical matter of protocol in Japan? Think again.
Reiwa: The Start of a New Era in Japan
Japan’s new era will start on May 1 and is all about people “beautifully” nurturing culture.
Two Rugby Fans Are Cycling from London to Tokyo for the 2019 World Cup
They're cycling 20,093 km to deliver the whistle for the first game in Tokyo on September 20.
Muji is Opening Its First Japanese Hotel in Tokyo
Open from next Thursday, the new Muji hotel is now accepting reservations.
This Family Restaurant with Flamingos In It Has Twitter Talking
So. Many. Questions.
Cherry Blossom Season has Officially Started in Tokyo
They’re expected to be in full bloom this Friday. Let the hanami begin!
Real Rainbow Lines Up with Tokyo’s Famous Rainbow Bridge
And Twitter was filled with joy.
