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Watch: Was Black Teeth A Sign Of Beauty In Japan?

Ohaguro translating to blackened teeth was a prominent practice in Japanese culture. It involved blackening the teeth by applying a special dye. Boys and girls would adopt this custom at the age of 15, marking their transition into adulthood.

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Sport

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