No humans will be on hand to serve customers at a new Tokyo convenience store ... this pilot program to examine if we can operate the shop efficiently (without staff),” he said.

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Game over. The Square Enix Cafe in Akihabara, Tokyo is set to close for good on March 31 after eight years in operation.

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For the first time in three years, the Michelin Guide to fine dining in Tokyo has added a new face to its prestigious three-star rating system. Released Dec. 5 by Nihon Michelin Tire Co., the ...