Japan's first capital transforms into Street Fighter city

Kashihara draws fans of long-running game series with character statues and cards

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This bronze statue in Kashihara shows the Street Fighter character Ken making a "V for victory" sign. (Photo by Tetsuo Takada)

TETSUO TAKADA

OSAKA -- The Japanese city of Kashihara, known for its historic cityscape and its distinction as the country's first full-fledged capital, has given itself a facelift using the cast of the popular fighting game franchise Street Fighter.

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