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The Darker Side of Japan’s Love of Cuteness

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The Darker Side of Japan’s Love of Cuteness

From Hello Kitty to Pikachu, the country changed what the world considers adorable. But do these characters represent joy — or rage?

By Ligaya Mishan Hiroshi Yoshii Kimiaki Yaegashi and Ryogo Toyo

Why Do Cats Hold Such Mythic Power in Japan?

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Why Do Cats Hold Such Mythic Power in Japan?

A journey through a country where felines are revered, adored and sometimes seen as actual demons.

By Hanya Yanagihara and Kyoko Hamada