For the uninitiated, this looks like a random string of code. For cord-cutters and expats in Japan, it represents a popular (and legally gray) gateway to free Japanese content.
Go ahead and try a raw M3U link in VLC. It is a fun experiment. github jp.m3u
Unlocking Japanese Entertainment: What You Need to Know About the "github jp.m3u" Files For the uninitiated, this looks like a random string of code