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Inside the bizarre world of renting a 'girlfriend or boyfriend' in Japan - and the surprising rules on fake dates

Inside the bizarre world of renting a 'girlfriend or boyfriend' in Japan - and the surprising rules on fake dates
From heated toilets to the world's smallest escalator, Japan is known for quirky innovations. But perhaps one of its most bizarre offerings is its girlfriend-rental service.

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