Surviving selfies: Japan's 'purikura' still the go-to spot of perfect shots

Old-style photo booths have staged something of a comeback in recent years for their nostalgic value in the smartphone era. But the purikura — an abbreviation of the Japanese pronunciation of “print club” — offers much more than a simple strip of passport photos. Featuring a dizzying array of retouches, enhancements and adornments, they remain hugely popular 25 years after they debuted in Japan, particularly with teenage girls and young women.

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