New Year's in Japan means fukubukuro (literally, "lucky bags"). In a tradition kickstarted by the Matsuya Department Store almost 100 years ago, retail outlets offer mystery grab bags to the shoppers who are willing to buy blindly in hopes of scoring a bargain. Here are a few highlights from social media.
Staying up all night to get lucky (bags)
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