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The Art Revolution! Create Stunning Sunsets and Ocean Waves with New Crayons

Sep 06 (Watercolor by Shibasaki) - Hi, This is Shibasaki! Today, I'll be using the new "Art Crayons" that I developed in collaboration with Pentel to create a dynamic seascape with beautiful sunset waves. This 8-color set blends effortlessly, giving you the ability to achieve painterly effects just like using watercolors!

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A 46-year-old man arrested for vandalizing a restroom inside the Imperial Palace during the New Year's public greeting has been sent to prosecutors, with further investigations underway into graffiti found on a nearby manhole.

At the first tuna auction of the year held at Tokyo’s Toyosu Market, a bluefin tuna from Oma, Aomori Prefecture, was sold for 207 million yen, the second-highest price in history.

During the New Year's holidays from January 1st to 3rd, two elderly men in Tokyo lost their lives after choking on mochi, according to the Tokyo Fire Department, which has issued a warning urging caution when consuming the traditional rice cake.

An elderly man in Tokyo’s Itabashi Ward died on New Year’s Day after choking on mochi, prompting the Tokyo Fire Department to issue a safety warning.

Reports of rodent infestation have surged nationwide in recent years, posing increasing challenges for homeowners. The issue, which is particularly evident during the year-end season, has left many families struggling to find effective solutions.

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