OddlyTrueJP
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Weird, but true. Bite-size facts from around the world—fun, curious, occasionally useful. New shorts daily.
See you in Japan(^o^) — Stories & Travel
https://japanheritage.jp/
See you in Japan(^o^) — Stories & Travel
https://japanheritage.jp/
🏨 Japan's luxury hotels in 2026: "Experience" over "Prestige"! Aman Kyoto sells Zen & tea ceremony culture. Andaz Tokyo's "local hosts" reveal hidden gems. Global brands now broadcast Japanese culture to the world.
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#Japan #LuxuryHotel #Travel
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#Japan #LuxuryHotel #Travel
January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
🏨 Japan's luxury hotels in 2026: "Experience" over "Prestige"! Aman Kyoto sells Zen & tea ceremony culture. Andaz Tokyo's "local hosts" reveal hidden gems. Global brands now broadcast Japanese culture to the world.
kantenna.com/topic/j...
#Japan #LuxuryHotel #Travel
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#Japan #LuxuryHotel #Travel
✉️ In the AI era, Japanese pay $350 for handwritten letters! Professional writers craft wedding thanks, apologies & reconciliation messages. Why? "Imperfect human touch" has MORE value when AI can write for free.
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#Japan #AI #Culture
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#Japan #AI #Culture
January 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
✉️ In the AI era, Japanese pay $350 for handwritten letters! Professional writers craft wedding thanks, apologies & reconciliation messages. Why? "Imperfect human touch" has MORE value when AI can write for free.
kantenna.com/topic/5...
#Japan #AI #Culture
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#Japan #AI #Culture
💫 Japan's "Waifu" culture meets tech! Gatebox projects AI hologram companions you can talk to daily. From anime fan dreams to potential elderly care—Japan turns 2D love into 3D reality!
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#Japan #Otaku #Waifu #Hologram #Technology
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#Japan #Otaku #Waifu #Hologram #Technology
January 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
💫 Japan's "Waifu" culture meets tech! Gatebox projects AI hologram companions you can talk to daily. From anime fan dreams to potential elderly care—Japan turns 2D love into 3D reality!
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#Japan #Otaku #Waifu #Hologram #Technology
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#Japan #Otaku #Waifu #Hologram #Technology
🔋 Sodium-ion batteries go mainstream in 2026! CATL's "Naxtra" offers 10,000+ charge cycles, near-zero fire risk & works at -40°C. The future of EVs & energy storage is here—using abundant sodium instead of rare lithium!
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#EV #Battery #Tech
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#EV #Battery #Tech
January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
🔋 Sodium-ion batteries go mainstream in 2026! CATL's "Naxtra" offers 10,000+ charge cycles, near-zero fire risk & works at -40°C. The future of EVs & energy storage is here—using abundant sodium instead of rare lithium!
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#EV #Battery #Tech
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#EV #Battery #Tech
🍪 American cookies are taking Japan by storm! Thick, chewy, 10cm+ treats are everywhere. Japanese twist? Matcha, hojicha & seasonal sakura flavors. One cookie = 500 calories of pure happiness!
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#Japan #AmericanCookies #FoodTrend #Sweets
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#Japan #AmericanCookies #FoodTrend #Sweets
January 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM
🍪 American cookies are taking Japan by storm! Thick, chewy, 10cm+ treats are everywhere. Japanese twist? Matcha, hojicha & seasonal sakura flavors. One cookie = 500 calories of pure happiness!
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#Japan #AmericanCookies #FoodTrend #Sweets
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#Japan #AmericanCookies #FoodTrend #Sweets
🌙 Japan's TSUKUYOMI project: A lunar radio telescope to observe the universe from 13.8 BILLION years ago! JAXA aims to deploy 10+ antennas on the Moon's far side by late 2030s to study the Cosmic Dark Ages.
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#JAXA #Space #Moon
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#JAXA #Space #Moon
January 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🌙 Japan's TSUKUYOMI project: A lunar radio telescope to observe the universe from 13.8 BILLION years ago! JAXA aims to deploy 10+ antennas on the Moon's far side by late 2030s to study the Cosmic Dark Ages.
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#JAXA #Space #Moon
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#JAXA #Space #Moon
🐟 Why do Japanese eat fish skin, chicken skin & veggie peels? It's "Mottainai" philosophy! Crispy salmon skin, yakitori chicken skin, carrot peel kinpira—waste-free cooking that's nutritious & delicious!
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#Japan #FoodCulture #Mottainai
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#Japan #FoodCulture #Mottainai
January 12, 2026 at 1:31 PM
🐟 Why do Japanese eat fish skin, chicken skin & veggie peels? It's "Mottainai" philosophy! Crispy salmon skin, yakitori chicken skin, carrot peel kinpira—waste-free cooking that's nutritious & delicious!
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#Japan #FoodCulture #Mottainai
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#Japan #FoodCulture #Mottainai
🎡 Osaka Expo 2025 Final Results: ¥280B surplus & ¥3.6T economic impact! Despite criticism over cost overruns, 29M visitors exceeded targets. Inbound tourists spent avg ¥390,000—nearly 2x typical visitors!
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#OsakaExpo #Japan #WorldExpo #Tourism
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#OsakaExpo #Japan #WorldExpo #Tourism
January 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
🎡 Osaka Expo 2025 Final Results: ¥280B surplus & ¥3.6T economic impact! Despite criticism over cost overruns, 29M visitors exceeded targets. Inbound tourists spent avg ¥390,000—nearly 2x typical visitors!
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#OsakaExpo #Japan #WorldExpo #Tourism
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#OsakaExpo #Japan #WorldExpo #Tourism
Japanese Workwear Fashion
👷 From construction sites to runways! Japanese workwear by Workman is now a fashion phenomenon. High-performance, affordable, and stylish—who knew?
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#Japan #Fashion #Workwear #Workman
👷 From construction sites to runways! Japanese workwear by Workman is now a fashion phenomenon. High-performance, affordable, and stylish—who knew?
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#Japan #Fashion #Workwear #Workman
January 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Japanese Workwear Fashion
👷 From construction sites to runways! Japanese workwear by Workman is now a fashion phenomenon. High-performance, affordable, and stylish—who knew?
kantenna.com/topic/j...
#Japan #Fashion #Workwear #Workman
👷 From construction sites to runways! Japanese workwear by Workman is now a fashion phenomenon. High-performance, affordable, and stylish—who knew?
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#Japan #Fashion #Workwear #Workman
Japan's Hospital Crisis
🏥 Japanese hospitals are in crisis! Rising costs, staff shortages, and financial struggles threaten healthcare across the nation. What's causing this?
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#Japan #Healthcare #Hospital #Crisis
🏥 Japanese hospitals are in crisis! Rising costs, staff shortages, and financial struggles threaten healthcare across the nation. What's causing this?
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#Japan #Healthcare #Hospital #Crisis
January 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Japan's Hospital Crisis
🏥 Japanese hospitals are in crisis! Rising costs, staff shortages, and financial struggles threaten healthcare across the nation. What's causing this?
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#Japan #Healthcare #Hospital #Crisis
🏥 Japanese hospitals are in crisis! Rising costs, staff shortages, and financial struggles threaten healthcare across the nation. What's causing this?
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#Japan #Healthcare #Hospital #Crisis
Rugby Players in Job Market
🏉 Why do Japanese companies LOVE hiring rugby players? The "One for All" spirit makes them top candidates! Discover the secret behind their job market dominance.
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#Japan #Rugby #Career #Jobs
🏉 Why do Japanese companies LOVE hiring rugby players? The "One for All" spirit makes them top candidates! Discover the secret behind their job market dominance.
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#Japan #Rugby #Career #Jobs
January 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Rugby Players in Job Market
🏉 Why do Japanese companies LOVE hiring rugby players? The "One for All" spirit makes them top candidates! Discover the secret behind their job market dominance.
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#Japan #Rugby #Career #Jobs
🏉 Why do Japanese companies LOVE hiring rugby players? The "One for All" spirit makes them top candidates! Discover the secret behind their job market dominance.
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#Japan #Rugby #Career #Jobs
Takaichi Snap Election
🗳️ PM Takaichi considers snap election! What would dissolving the House of Representatives mean for Japan's economy and markets? Analysis inside.
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#Japan #Politics #Election #Economy
🗳️ PM Takaichi considers snap election! What would dissolving the House of Representatives mean for Japan's economy and markets? Analysis inside.
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#Japan #Politics #Election #Economy
January 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Takaichi Snap Election
🗳️ PM Takaichi considers snap election! What would dissolving the House of Representatives mean for Japan's economy and markets? Analysis inside.
kantenna.com/topic/t...
#Japan #Politics #Election #Economy
🗳️ PM Takaichi considers snap election! What would dissolving the House of Representatives mean for Japan's economy and markets? Analysis inside.
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#Japan #Politics #Election #Economy
Lucky Man Race (Fukuotoko)
🏃 Japan's craziest New Year tradition! Men sprint through Nishinomiya Shrine to become "Fukuotoko" (Lucky Man). First one wins a year of good fortune!
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#Japan #NewYear #Shrine #Tradition
🏃 Japan's craziest New Year tradition! Men sprint through Nishinomiya Shrine to become "Fukuotoko" (Lucky Man). First one wins a year of good fortune!
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#Japan #NewYear #Shrine #Tradition
January 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Lucky Man Race (Fukuotoko)
🏃 Japan's craziest New Year tradition! Men sprint through Nishinomiya Shrine to become "Fukuotoko" (Lucky Man). First one wins a year of good fortune!
kantenna.com/topic/n...
#Japan #NewYear #Shrine #Tradition
🏃 Japan's craziest New Year tradition! Men sprint through Nishinomiya Shrine to become "Fukuotoko" (Lucky Man). First one wins a year of good fortune!
kantenna.com/topic/n...
#Japan #NewYear #Shrine #Tradition
Daifuku - Semiconductor Giant
🔬 Ever heard of Daifuku? This "invisible giant" controls 50%+ of global semiconductor wafer transport systems. One dust particle can ruin a wafer—Daifuku prevents that!
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#Japan #Semiconductor #Tech
🔬 Ever heard of Daifuku? This "invisible giant" controls 50%+ of global semiconductor wafer transport systems. One dust particle can ruin a wafer—Daifuku prevents that!
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#Japan #Semiconductor #Tech
January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Daifuku - Semiconductor Giant
🔬 Ever heard of Daifuku? This "invisible giant" controls 50%+ of global semiconductor wafer transport systems. One dust particle can ruin a wafer—Daifuku prevents that!
kantenna.com/topic/d...
#Japan #Semiconductor #Tech
🔬 Ever heard of Daifuku? This "invisible giant" controls 50%+ of global semiconductor wafer transport systems. One dust particle can ruin a wafer—Daifuku prevents that!
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#Japan #Semiconductor #Tech
Yamagata University CubeSat
🚀 A Japanese regional university reaches for space! Yamagata University announces an ambitious CubeSat development and launch project. Space dreams come true!
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#Japan #Space #CubeSat #University
🚀 A Japanese regional university reaches for space! Yamagata University announces an ambitious CubeSat development and launch project. Space dreams come true!
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#Japan #Space #CubeSat #University
January 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Yamagata University CubeSat
🚀 A Japanese regional university reaches for space! Yamagata University announces an ambitious CubeSat development and launch project. Space dreams come true!
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#Japan #Space #CubeSat #University
🚀 A Japanese regional university reaches for space! Yamagata University announces an ambitious CubeSat development and launch project. Space dreams come true!
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#Japan #Space #CubeSat #University
Skateboarding Robot
🤖 A humanoid robot that can skateboard! Japan's ATR, Kyoto University & AIST are developing next-gen robotics. The future of balance and movement tech is here!
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#Japan #Robotics #AI #Tech
🤖 A humanoid robot that can skateboard! Japan's ATR, Kyoto University & AIST are developing next-gen robotics. The future of balance and movement tech is here!
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#Japan #Robotics #AI #Tech
January 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Skateboarding Robot
🤖 A humanoid robot that can skateboard! Japan's ATR, Kyoto University & AIST are developing next-gen robotics. The future of balance and movement tech is here!
kantenna.com/topic/s...
#Japan #Robotics #AI #Tech
🤖 A humanoid robot that can skateboard! Japan's ATR, Kyoto University & AIST are developing next-gen robotics. The future of balance and movement tech is here!
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#Japan #Robotics #AI #Tech
Yuzuru Hanyu Returns
⛸️ Figure skating legend Yuzuru Hanyu is BACK! The two-time Olympic champion announces his return with a solo performance in April 2025. Fans are thrilled!
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#YuzuruHanyu #FigureSkating #Japan
⛸️ Figure skating legend Yuzuru Hanyu is BACK! The two-time Olympic champion announces his return with a solo performance in April 2025. Fans are thrilled!
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#YuzuruHanyu #FigureSkating #Japan
January 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Yuzuru Hanyu Returns
⛸️ Figure skating legend Yuzuru Hanyu is BACK! The two-time Olympic champion announces his return with a solo performance in April 2025. Fans are thrilled!
kantenna.com/topic/y...
#YuzuruHanyu #FigureSkating #Japan
⛸️ Figure skating legend Yuzuru Hanyu is BACK! The two-time Olympic champion announces his return with a solo performance in April 2025. Fans are thrilled!
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#YuzuruHanyu #FigureSkating #Japan
Tsuya Unagi (Female Eel)
🐟 Japan revolutionizes eel farming! Patented "Tsuya Unagi" technology enables female eel production, creating a new premium delicacy with richer flavor and texture.
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#Japan #Unagi #Aquaculture #Food
🐟 Japan revolutionizes eel farming! Patented "Tsuya Unagi" technology enables female eel production, creating a new premium delicacy with richer flavor and texture.
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#Japan #Unagi #Aquaculture #Food
January 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Tsuya Unagi (Female Eel)
🐟 Japan revolutionizes eel farming! Patented "Tsuya Unagi" technology enables female eel production, creating a new premium delicacy with richer flavor and texture.
kantenna.com/topic/t...
#Japan #Unagi #Aquaculture #Food
🐟 Japan revolutionizes eel farming! Patented "Tsuya Unagi" technology enables female eel production, creating a new premium delicacy with richer flavor and texture.
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#Japan #Unagi #Aquaculture #Food
Yoshinoya Ramen Strategy
🍜 Gyudon giant Yoshinoya wants to be the world's #1 ramen provider! The chain plans to expand its ramen business 5x in 5 years. Bold move or risky bet?
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#Japan #Yoshinoya #Ramen #Business
🍜 Gyudon giant Yoshinoya wants to be the world's #1 ramen provider! The chain plans to expand its ramen business 5x in 5 years. Bold move or risky bet?
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#Japan #Yoshinoya #Ramen #Business
January 11, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Yoshinoya Ramen Strategy
🍜 Gyudon giant Yoshinoya wants to be the world's #1 ramen provider! The chain plans to expand its ramen business 5x in 5 years. Bold move or risky bet?
kantenna.com/topic/y...
#Japan #Yoshinoya #Ramen #Business
🍜 Gyudon giant Yoshinoya wants to be the world's #1 ramen provider! The chain plans to expand its ramen business 5x in 5 years. Bold move or risky bet?
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#Japan #Yoshinoya #Ramen #Business
Heisei Nostalgia - Sticker Exchange
✨ Remember trading stickers in the 90s? Japan's "sticker exchange" culture is making a nostalgic comeback on social media! Adults are reviving their childhood hobby.
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#Japan #Heisei #Nostalgia #90s
✨ Remember trading stickers in the 90s? Japan's "sticker exchange" culture is making a nostalgic comeback on social media! Adults are reviving their childhood hobby.
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#Japan #Heisei #Nostalgia #90s
January 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Heisei Nostalgia - Sticker Exchange
✨ Remember trading stickers in the 90s? Japan's "sticker exchange" culture is making a nostalgic comeback on social media! Adults are reviving their childhood hobby.
kantenna.com/topic/h...
#Japan #Heisei #Nostalgia #90s
✨ Remember trading stickers in the 90s? Japan's "sticker exchange" culture is making a nostalgic comeback on social media! Adults are reviving their childhood hobby.
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#Japan #Heisei #Nostalgia #90s
🦀 Japan has a phone scam called "Kani-Kani Scam"! Fraudsters pose as Hokkaido crab vendors, pressuring people to buy overpriced seafood. Damages exceed ¥500M!
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#Japan #Scam #Hokkaido #FraudAlert
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#Japan #Scam #Hokkaido #FraudAlert
January 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
🦀 Japan has a phone scam called "Kani-Kani Scam"! Fraudsters pose as Hokkaido crab vendors, pressuring people to buy overpriced seafood. Damages exceed ¥500M!
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#Japan #Scam #Hokkaido #FraudAlert
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#Japan #Scam #Hokkaido #FraudAlert
Ikura (Salmon Roe)
🍣 Ikura prices hit record highs in Japan! Salmon shortages from climate change are reshaping sushi restaurants and dining tables. How will this affect Japanese food culture?
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#Japan #Ikura #Seafood #JapaneseFood
🍣 Ikura prices hit record highs in Japan! Salmon shortages from climate change are reshaping sushi restaurants and dining tables. How will this affect Japanese food culture?
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#Japan #Ikura #Seafood #JapaneseFood
January 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Ikura (Salmon Roe)
🍣 Ikura prices hit record highs in Japan! Salmon shortages from climate change are reshaping sushi restaurants and dining tables. How will this affect Japanese food culture?
kantenna.com/topic/i...
#Japan #Ikura #Seafood #JapaneseFood
🍣 Ikura prices hit record highs in Japan! Salmon shortages from climate change are reshaping sushi restaurants and dining tables. How will this affect Japanese food culture?
kantenna.com/topic/i...
#Japan #Ikura #Seafood #JapaneseFood
🏬 Takashimaya Sakai Store closes after 61 years. Another chapter in Japan's declining department store culture. End of an era.
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#Japan #Takashimaya #DepartmentStore
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#Japan #Takashimaya #DepartmentStore
January 9, 2026 at 9:02 PM
🏬 Takashimaya Sakai Store closes after 61 years. Another chapter in Japan's declining department store culture. End of an era.
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#Japan #Takashimaya #DepartmentStore
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#Japan #Takashimaya #DepartmentStore
⌚ Louis Vuitton launches dedicated watchmaking brand "Louis Vuitton Montre"! Led by Jean Arnault, collectors are excited. Luxury meets horology!
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#LouisVuitton #Watch #Luxury #Fashion
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#LouisVuitton #Watch #Luxury #Fashion
January 9, 2026 at 8:30 PM
⌚ Louis Vuitton launches dedicated watchmaking brand "Louis Vuitton Montre"! Led by Jean Arnault, collectors are excited. Luxury meets horology!
kantenna.com/topic/l...
#LouisVuitton #Watch #Luxury #Fashion
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#LouisVuitton #Watch #Luxury #Fashion
🍝 Why Japan loves "Pasta of Desperation"! In Italy, Peperoncino is a last-resort midnight snack. In Japan? It's a beloved comfort food!
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#Japan #Pasta #Peperoncino #Food
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#Japan #Pasta #Peperoncino #Food
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
🍝 Why Japan loves "Pasta of Desperation"! In Italy, Peperoncino is a last-resort midnight snack. In Japan? It's a beloved comfort food!
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#Japan #Pasta #Peperoncino #Food
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#Japan #Pasta #Peperoncino #Food