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The first Japanese franchise was opened by Japanese retailer Ito-Yokado in 1974.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

“The Devil Wears Prada 2” came in fourth with $12.6 million, bringing its purse to $196 million since it opened earlier this month.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

German second seed and 2024 finalist Alexander Zverev opened his campaign with a straight-set win over France's Benjamin Bonzi.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

"It's long past the time now from when they should have been opened and we need see that pretty soon," she said.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

More than once, I’d opened the storm cellar to the beckon of neon and the scent of buffalo stew.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith