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How the Red Cross and other organizations used war brides and the adoption of mixed-race children to fight the Cold War.
Navigating the unfamiliar landscape of Japan can take a toll on your mental health. Here's how to get help when you need it.
The character, created by a children's book author, has been the face of the popular transit card since its inception in 2001.
A combination of government missteps and online disinformation has steadily eroded public trust in the life-saving practice.
The new offering provides a luxurious stay in one of Tokyo's most luxurious districts. But is it still an authentic ryokan experience?

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