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#Ban Obara
Writer, born in Tokyo in 1996, published his first collection of essays, "Don't Eat Karaage Bento Here," in March 2022.
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New Releases, Film Roles, and Theme Song —Highlights from the Eventful September
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A Surge of Energy: The Pain and Joy of Giving Birth
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What’s the difference between Tokyo and Osaka? Finding Joy in Each Place in July
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Miran moves to Tokyo during the rainy season. Obara went looking for a bright feeling.
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When I go to live shows, I hear voices in my head.
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Winter to be overcome at any cost
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