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Why Japan's Viral Bot Mirumi Is The Fashion Trend Ruling Social Media
Labubu is so 2025's obsession because Mirumi, Japan's viral charm robot, is now the hottest social media trend
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Japanese Man Strips Naked, Climbs Barrier During Emperor's New Year Greeting
Japan's emperor is generally treated with hushed reverence, but one man stripped away all decorum -- quite literally -- during a New Year's event on Friday, local media reported.
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15 Injured In Stabbing, "Unspecified Liquid" Attack In Japan's Mishima
Fourteen people were hospitalised after a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan, when an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, local media reported.
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"Your Time Has Zero Value": Woman Slams India's Delays, Compares With Japan
A viral social media post comparing India's frequent transportation delays with Japan's strict punctuality has sparked widespread online discussion about culture, infrastructure and time management.
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Amid China-Japan Tensions, Taiwan President's Sushi, Miso Soup Lunch
Images of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te holding a plate of sushi were posted on social media on Thursday in a show of support for Tokyo after reports that China will halt Japanese seafood imports.
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What Is Konbini Tourism? How It's Related To The Global Rise Of Grocery-Store Tourism
The popularity of grocery-store tourism shows that the most ordinary settings can offer some of the most revealing insights into a destination.
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Chinese Boy Upsets Japanese Couple By Squeezing Into Their Seats To View Mount Fuji
The entire incident went viral on social media and became a topic of discussion in Japan.
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Pumps, Demure Makeup: Japan Municipality Slammed Over Dating Tips For Women
A Japanese municipality was forced to withdraw tips urging women to wear shoes that make them appear "delicate" or choose makeup that looks "demure" in order to secure a partner, after facing accusations of sexism.
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Chinese Tourists Kicked Out Of Popular Japanese Restaurant Over "Inappropriate" Clothing
The incident sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many Japanese citizens expressing solidarity with the tourists.
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Japan Tells OpenAI to Stop Using Mario, Pikachu, and Anime Characters in Sora 2 Videos: Report
Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for ri...
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China Criticises Toys Depicting Japan's Infamous Unit 731 As Distortion Of History
China urged the e-commerce platforms and regulators to "strengthen content vetting and jointly safeguard the solemnity of history".
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Suntory CEO Takeshi Niinami Quits Over Japan Drugs Probe
One of Japan's best-known business people has resigned as CEO of beverage giant Suntory after police raided his house in an illegal drugs probe, the company and media reports said Tuesday.
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Who Are The North Korean Officials Accompanying Kim Jong Un To China
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un crossed the border into China on his special armoured train early on Tuesday to attend a celebration of the formal surrender of Japan in World War Two, state media said.
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Russian, Chinese Submarines Conduct 1st-Ever Joint Patrol In Pacific Region
The Russian and Chinese navies have carried out their first-ever joint patrol in the Pacific region, according to a media report on Wednesday.
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Forza Horizon 6 Could Feature Japan as Its Setting, New Leak Suggests
A new leak has pointed to the possible setting of the next Forza Horizon game. According to a now deleted post on social media, the Forza Horizon team was scanning Kei cars for the next entry in the franchise, which suggests Forza Horizon 6 could head to Japan.
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Why Japan's Viral Bot Mirumi Is The Fashion Trend Ruling Social Media
Labubu is so 2025's obsession because Mirumi, Japan's viral charm robot, is now the hottest social media trend
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Japanese Man Strips Naked, Climbs Barrier During Emperor's New Year Greeting
Japan's emperor is generally treated with hushed reverence, but one man stripped away all decorum -- quite literally -- during a New Year's event on Friday, local media reported.
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15 Injured In Stabbing, "Unspecified Liquid" Attack In Japan's Mishima
Fourteen people were hospitalised after a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan, when an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, local media reported.
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"Your Time Has Zero Value": Woman Slams India's Delays, Compares With Japan
A viral social media post comparing India's frequent transportation delays with Japan's strict punctuality has sparked widespread online discussion about culture, infrastructure and time management.
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Amid China-Japan Tensions, Taiwan President's Sushi, Miso Soup Lunch
Images of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te holding a plate of sushi were posted on social media on Thursday in a show of support for Tokyo after reports that China will halt Japanese seafood imports.
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What Is Konbini Tourism? How It's Related To The Global Rise Of Grocery-Store Tourism
The popularity of grocery-store tourism shows that the most ordinary settings can offer some of the most revealing insights into a destination.
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Chinese Boy Upsets Japanese Couple By Squeezing Into Their Seats To View Mount Fuji
The entire incident went viral on social media and became a topic of discussion in Japan.
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Pumps, Demure Makeup: Japan Municipality Slammed Over Dating Tips For Women
A Japanese municipality was forced to withdraw tips urging women to wear shoes that make them appear "delicate" or choose makeup that looks "demure" in order to secure a partner, after facing accusations of sexism.
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Chinese Tourists Kicked Out Of Popular Japanese Restaurant Over "Inappropriate" Clothing
The incident sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many Japanese citizens expressing solidarity with the tourists.
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Japan Tells OpenAI to Stop Using Mario, Pikachu, and Anime Characters in Sora 2 Videos: Report
Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for ri...
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China Criticises Toys Depicting Japan's Infamous Unit 731 As Distortion Of History
China urged the e-commerce platforms and regulators to "strengthen content vetting and jointly safeguard the solemnity of history".
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Suntory CEO Takeshi Niinami Quits Over Japan Drugs Probe
One of Japan's best-known business people has resigned as CEO of beverage giant Suntory after police raided his house in an illegal drugs probe, the company and media reports said Tuesday.
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Who Are The North Korean Officials Accompanying Kim Jong Un To China
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un crossed the border into China on his special armoured train early on Tuesday to attend a celebration of the formal surrender of Japan in World War Two, state media said.
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Russian, Chinese Submarines Conduct 1st-Ever Joint Patrol In Pacific Region
The Russian and Chinese navies have carried out their first-ever joint patrol in the Pacific region, according to a media report on Wednesday.
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Forza Horizon 6 Could Feature Japan as Its Setting, New Leak Suggests
A new leak has pointed to the possible setting of the next Forza Horizon game. According to a now deleted post on social media, the Forza Horizon team was scanning Kei cars for the next entry in the franchise, which suggests Forza Horizon 6 could head to Japan.
