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S5·E12 100 Yen Shops

Core Aired April 10, 2018 28 min
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Synopsis

Over the past year, 98% of people in Japan shopped at a 100 yen store. These shops were once associated with cheap, low-quality merchandise. Over the years, however, quality has been improving, and now 100 yen goods are often used in everyday life. Exactly how do 100 yen shops contribute to general well-being in Japan? This time on Japanology Plus, our expert guest is Emiko Masao, who writes an influential blog about making the most of what 100 yen shops offer. And in Plus One, ways to use 100 yen items in a DIY project.

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When did Season 5 Episode 12 of Japanology Plus air?

Season 5, Episode 12 ('100 Yen Shops') originally aired on April 10, 2018.

How long is Season 5 Episode 12 ('100 Yen Shops')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.

What happens in Japanology Plus Season 5 Episode 12?

Over the past year, 98% of people in Japan shopped at a 100 yen store. These shops were once associated with cheap, low-quality merchandise. Over the years, however, quality has been improving, and now 100 yen goods are often used in everyday life. Exactly how do 100 yen shops contribute to general ...

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