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The Billiken Effect: How The Enigmatic God of Happiness Became Osaka's Quirky Idol

By Alina Joan Ito
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Alternative, Less Crowded Temples and Shrines in Kyoto

By Lisa Knight

A Guide to Traditional Japanese Sweets and Where to Try Them

By Anna Carne
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10 Things To Know About Japan’s New Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba

By Matthew Hernon

How Hisashi Ouchi Became the Most Radioactive Man in History | On This Day in Japan

By Matthew Hernon
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Introducing Kansai Weekender 2024

By Callie Beusman
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Tokyo's Best Morning Sets

By Kim Kahan
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The History of Tsukimi: Japan's Timeless Tradition of Moon Viewing

By Alina Joan Ito