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From Musician to Novelist. The Surprising Reason Seinan Sato Started Writing Mysteries
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Why novelist Mio Nukaga chose a career change as the subject of her dramatization of “The Demon Lord of Changing Jobs.
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How current graduate student book reviewer Awaiyuki got hooked on reading, horse racing, and idols.
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We want to save the earth with curry. Curry Jockey’s food loss prevention efforts
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Curry Mason Masahiro Tsunokawa shares his life-changing thoughts on curry.
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Introduction to the indie music scene in Thailand and Fukuoka and the unexpected effect of the massive redevelopments
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What’s going on in the Bangkok live music venues and festivals?
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A24’s “The Inspection” is a story about diversity based on real-life experiences
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How Earvin formed the curry-loving unit “Tandoories” with Naoto Takenaka and Koji Okura.
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Stylist Kenichi Taira talks about summer festival fashion and recommended items
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Kei Ogikubo, a writer for 30 years, talks about his love of ancient paths and the joy of discovery.
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2025.6.12
the dresscodes to Embark on Biggest Nationwide Tour in June 2025
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2025.6.13
Academy Awards Shortlisted Thai Film ‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ Set for June Release
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2025.6.14
PIZZA OF DEATH’s SATANIC CARNIVAL ’25 Festival Set for Two-Day Run at Makuhari Messe
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2025.6.14
Final Lineup for FESTIVAL FRUEZINHO in Tachikawa Reveals Kaori Kogure × Billy Martin
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2025.6.8
YOASOBI Adds Second London Show at Wembley Arena Due to High Demand
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2025.6.8
JJJ Announces “the light” tour, Performances in Five Cities Starting June
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2025.6.7
Mikio Hasui’s Seascape Photo Exhibition Featuring All Nuclear Power Plants in Japan
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2025.6.7
Khaki Kicks Off First National Tour in May, Featuring Co-Headlining Performances in 6 Cities
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2025.6.6
Ebisu Garden Place to Host Month-Long Outdoor Film Festival with 15 Titles
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2025.6.5
Yuma Abe Announces Japan and North American Tour
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