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Fans find their crew in Tokyo as ‘One Piece’ sets sail again
Netflix brought the Straw Hat spirit to Tokyo with a celebration that drew devoted fans and underscored the live-action series' global popularity.
Source: The Japan Times
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Consumer products containing cannabis-derived CBN to be banned starting June
Under the revised ordinance, only patients with specific conditions, such as intractable diseases with no alternative treatment, will be allowed to use them.
Source: The Japan Times
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Tokyo's cherry blossom season officially begins
The cherry season for Tokyo starts when the official sample tree at Yasukuni Shrine opens at least five flowers.
Source: The Japan Times
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This Japanese vending machine doesn’t sell drinks, but you can buy drinks through it
There’s nothing for sale inside the machine, but Okinawan spirits and delicious deserts are waiting on the other side. Recently, we were walking down the street in the city of Ishigaki in Okinawa Pref
Source: SoraNews24
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We go looking for a monkey mommy like Punch with Amazon Japan’s ultra low-rated orangutang plushy
Can the Laughing Sensor Orangutang bring a comforting motherly presence to our office? In the office, certain members of the SoraNews24 office have a sort of familial role. Mr. Sato’s experience and w
Source: SoraNews24
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Chuck Norris 'Facts' Creator Dies
The creator of the Chuck Norris 'Facts' internet meme has passed away. These jokes celebrated the actor's exaggerated physical prowess.
Source: The Japan Times
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Man Utd Draw: Carrick Baffled by Penalty Calls
Manchester United's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth has sparked controversy over penalty decisions. Manager Michael Carrick called the inconsistency "crazy" after his team twice lost their lead.
Source: Japan Today
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Stalking cases hit record high in Japan in 2025
Police handled 1,546 cases of stalking last year, up by 205 from the preceding year.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nigel Farage declares war on the old order in his blueprint for Britain
The Reform U.K. leader and his allies are betting that a powerful brand of populism can carry him to 10 Downing Street.
Source: The Japan Times
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Thailand’s Anutin returns to power with broad backing and nationalist push
A wave of nationalism has washed the country in the wake of a fierce border conflict with Cambodia last year.
Source: The Japan Times
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