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“Slam Dunk” Movie Sets Record in China for Anime Opening
The first SLAM DUNK movie in 28 years hit Chinese theaters this week - and fans there are giving it a rousing…
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Travel
French Tourist Arrested for Punching a Woman in Roppongi
A 23-year-old French man had too wild of a night in Roppongi that ended with him slugging a woman and, eventually, being…
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Will Japan’s Cigarette Vending Machines Soon Fade Away?
You can still find public cigarette vending machines here and there in Japan. But an upcoming change could drive many into extinction.
Law & Crime
Japan to Schools: Don’t Dock Attendance for Groping Victims
Japan's government took steps this week to make it easier for school-age women to report groping assaults.
Food
A Guide to High-Protein Eating at 7-Eleven Japan
Looking to pack on muscle while in Japan? Why the country's largest konbini chain may just be your best nutritional ally.
Business and Economy
Green Onion Power: World is Yours with New Hatsune Miku Whey Protein
Would you drink a leek-flavored protein powder? Would you change your mind if it had Hatsune Miku's face on it? One company…
Food
Japan’s Political Parties Agree on Free School Lunches
Japan's political parties appear to agree: Kids shouldn't go hungry. Inside Japan's rapidly advanced plans to make public school lunches free.
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School Segregates Black Japanese Student at Graduation Over Hair
A Black Japanese student said he just wanted to honor his roots with his hairstyle. He ended up not participating in his…