Some places in the world have a unique way of blending myth and reality. “There’s a village where even the government warns that if you enter, you will never return. This village is called Inunaki Village, and it is located in Japan. However, right outside, there are large signboards stating that Japan's jurisdiction ends there– once you step in, you're no longer in Japan.â€
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