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🕰️ Why Japan’s “Shōwa Retro” Aesthetic Is Back—and Hotter Than Ever

From film cameras to vintage cafés, Japan’s nostalgic Shōwa era is making a stylish comeback among Gen Z. Discover the analog trend sweeping the country.
2025.06.22
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Buzzwords in Japan

The Viral Trend: #愛スクリームチャレンジ (AiScReam Challenge) on TikTok

Discover the viral #愛スクリームチャレンジ on TikTok! Learn how to participate in this fun, upbeat challenge, and join the growing trend with easy dance moves and catchy tunes.
2025.06.14
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Buzzwords in Japan

The New Wave of “〇〇界隈” (〇〇-Kaiwai) in Japan — What’s “Furo Cancel Kaiwai” and Why Is It Trending?

If you’ve ever dived into Japanese internet culture or social media, you might have come across the term 「〇〇界隈」 (〇〇-kaiw...
2025.06.14
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