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The Most Disturbing 2chan Thread

Aug 28 (Sakura Stardust) - On a brisk early morning in 2007, a 2chan user was outside in Shinjuku. Passing through an alleyway behind a hospital, they began to hear something unusual. Singing. Described as beautiful but haunting.

This 2chan user became spooked and ultimately fled. At around 5 a.m., they made a post sharing what they heard. The response, and revelations that would follow, catalog this post in infamy as one of the most disturbing things shared around the site.

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The number of dairy farms in Japan has halved over the past 15 years, dropping below 10,000 for the first time, raising the alarm about the future of domestic milk production.

Geiko and maiko in Kyoto's hanamachi districts participated in the traditional 'Kotohajime' event on December 13th, offering gratitude to those who supported them over the past year and extending early New Year's greetings.

The government is revising its energy policy framework for the first time in three years. Since the Great East Japan Earthquake, the policy has included a commitment to "reduce dependency on nuclear power as much as possible." However, it has been revealed that discussions are underway to remove this wording.

The Wakayama District Court delivered a not-guilty verdict on December 12th in the trial of the former wife of a Wakayama-based wealthy man, popularly known as the ‘Don Juan of Kishu,’ who had been accused of murder and other charges.

Concern about the growing use of cannabis in Japan, particularly among young people, has prompted new legislation banning the use of cannabis, starting from December 12th.

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