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2016 Naruto Figures: 9 S-Ranked Figures to Fulfill Your Ninja Way

It’s hard to believe that the Naruto saga is finally ending after 14 amazing years. For many fans who grew up with the franchise, Naruto and Team 7 are more than just characters on the page and screen—they’re family. Whether you’ve been devoted to the series since its Shonen Jump days or have only recently come into the Naruto fold, it’s time to celebrate this legendary run in true fandom style—Naruto figures! Here are our nine picks for S-ranked figures released in 2016, guaranteed to help you fulfill your Ninja Way.

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Japanese Pet Shop Products: 9 Gadgets, Fashions, Treats & Tech for Your Dog

Japan takes its pet products as seriously as you take your dog. From innovative gadgets to fashion, treats and tech, here are nine awesome Japanese dog products to help your pooch stand out from the pack.

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Weird Japanese Beauty Products: 7 Gadgets to Keep Your Face Looking Young

These weirdly wonderful Japanese beauty gadgets just might be the magic formula for your nightly beauty routine. Whether you’re looking for a safer alternative to surgery or willing to try a treatment unlike any you’ve experienced before, the 7 Japanese beauty products below are innovative oddities you’ll absolutely want to try for yourself.

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7 Most Popular Japanese Vocaloid Characters

Do you dream of having your original songs performed by internationally famous pop idols? Then welcome to the world of Vocaloid: computer software that allows anyone to compose songs through synthesized voices paired with anime-like avatars! Although originally intended for the professional music industry, Vocaloid has gained a devout otaku following since its initial 2004 release in Japan. Today, companies around the world are jumping on the bandwagon, localizing Vocaloid software and creating unique Vocaloid characters; but as with all things anime, none do it better than Japan. Keep reading for our list of Japan’s 7 most popular idols and where to get your hands on the best of Japan’s Vocaloid merchandise!

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Halloween Anime Figures 2016: 8 Creepy, Cute, & Cool Figures

All Hallows’ Eve is quickly creeping up, but don’t let that scare you off! With these 2016 Halloween-inspired anime figures released in Japan, you can add a unique otaku flair to the most spirited time of the year. Get your trick or treat bag ready, because these creepy, cute, and cool collector’s pieces are too sweet to pass up!

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8 High-Quality Japanese Ingredients for Your Washoku Pantry

Japanese cuisine is deeply intertwined with a cultural tradition based on the beauty of the meal’s presentation, the skills of the chef, and the quality of the ingredients. While it can take years to master the first two, today it is possible to source high-quality Japanese ingredients direct from Japan. Keep reading to find out about 8 select washoku ingredients and what to look for when stocking your pantry.

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