If you head to Niigata a right now, you'll find giant lions and eagles as well as crabs, spiders, and other animals made from leftover straw from the seasonal harvest. The monumental sculptures form part of the Wara art Festival -- wara means "rice straw" in Japanese. This event started back in 2008 and is a collaboration between local farmers and the Tokyo art … [Read more...] about Niigata Has Been Invaded By Huge Mythical Creatures Made From Straw!!
Archives for September 2021
Japan-Exclusive Hachiko Inspired Adidas Sneakers Will Be Out Soon!
Hachiko Inspired Sneakers Available from September 18 Hachiko is probably the most famous canine to receive such tremendous love and support all over the world. His story of loyalty and determination is famous worldwide. Especially in Shibuya, where you can find tons of Hachiko’s status, memorabilia, and now you can get Hachiko-inspired sneakers. Adidas has … [Read more...] about Japan-Exclusive Hachiko Inspired Adidas Sneakers Will Be Out Soon!
Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan is Crowned as World’s Cleanest Airport
Japan is a country full of beautiful cities and magnificent technological marvels. It's no surprise that Tokyo is also one of the most beautiful cities. Similarly, Skytrax's 2020/2021 World Airport Survey also revealed that Tokyo's Haneda Airport (Tokyo) and Narita International Airport (Tokyo) were among the top five busiest and advanced airports globally. Haneda Airport … [Read more...] about Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan is Crowned as World’s Cleanest Airport
What Is The Real Meaning Of ” Konnichiwa ” ? Understanding The Japanese greetings
What does “Konnichiwa” really mean? Lets clearify this myth over here. Well, good afternoon/evening/morning/day everyone! Today we’re going to talk about Japanese greetings and what they really mean. If we just talk as an english understanding “Konnichiwa” or “Good day” is a greeting that is technically an idiom with a complex and near-forgotten past. Just as English … [Read more...] about What Is The Real Meaning Of ” Konnichiwa ” ? Understanding The Japanese greetings
An Abandoned Corpse Found In A Residence In Southwest Japan
According to Mainichi Shimbun, a 58-year-old man surrendered himself to police one day after they found a body in his residence. The body was wrapped in plastic bags in the apartment he shared with his elder brother. Fukuoka Prefectural Police's Munakata Police Station is questioning the 58-year-old to see if he has any knowledge about the body's circumstances. After … [Read more...] about An Abandoned Corpse Found In A Residence In Southwest Japan
November Looks Promising For Japan As Vaccination Rate reaches 50%
The Japanese authorities have announced that more than 50% of its citizens are fully vaccinated. Japan, unlike other wealthy countries, began the vaccine rollouts a month later in February. This is mainly due to a very detailed and lengthy clinical approval process. However, the elderly were hesitant about the idea of vaccines, and there was a shortage of imported vaccines. … [Read more...] about November Looks Promising For Japan As Vaccination Rate reaches 50%
Japanese University Announces Development of A Nasal Spray Vaccine
Which would you prefer, a needle vaccine in arm or a spray in your nose? While every one should get vaccines, not everyone likes sharp needles. There’s something called trypanophobia, a.k.a. a fear of needles, and it can become quite troubling to get a shot. As seen at vaccination centers worldwide, a lot of people pass out and get panic attacks while getting a shot. However, … [Read more...] about Japanese University Announces Development of A Nasal Spray Vaccine
Kanji Characters As Fighting Game Characters, Watch This Coolest Video !
It is said that Kanji are one of the hardest parts of leaning Japanese, but they’re easier when they have move sets related to their meanings. but, not at all. Kanji is the artistic language that touches the human sensation too. There are a lot of people who’re learning Japanese settle into a sort of adversarial relationship with kanji, the most complex of Japan’s three … [Read more...] about Kanji Characters As Fighting Game Characters, Watch This Coolest Video !
Ready-To-Drink Curry Is Now Available in Japan, By Courtesy Of Sapporo
From Horse meat to Whale meat and from natto (fermented soybeans) to shirako (fish’s sperm sack), Japan’s food taste could seem quite unusual to the rest of the world. However, everyone can agree that the variety of food you get here is marvelous. Similarly, some ready-to-eat, canned drinks, and instant foods aren’t bad either. Hence, they have now come up with … [Read more...] about Ready-To-Drink Curry Is Now Available in Japan, By Courtesy Of Sapporo
Japanese Cat Motimaru Becomes YouTube’s Most Viewed Cat
2019 wasn't the best of the years for us. Australia’s Black Summer, extradition bill on Hongkong that led to massive protests, the UK leaving the European Union are only a few examples. However, 2019 was also the year when a future YouTube star was born. He’s a Scottish Fold called Motimaru (pronounced as Mochi-maru). His YouTube career started at the age of 50days, … [Read more...] about Japanese Cat Motimaru Becomes YouTube’s Most Viewed Cat
Calgary Zoo’s Japanese Macaque Dies During Habitat Introduction
After the monkeys who were going to be his companions in the habitat became hostile, a Japanese macaque monkey was killed at Calgary Zoo. According to the zoo, Kyubi the 4-year-old monkey, suffered severe injuries on Friday when he was introduced to his new habitat mates. The male monkey was at the zoo from the spring. The animal care, health, and welfare team worked … [Read more...] about Calgary Zoo’s Japanese Macaque Dies During Habitat Introduction
Jung Hae-in Might Be Featured In Japanese Director Takashi Miike’s “Connect”
South Korean actor Jung Hae-in has been awfully busy these days, mostly because of the hit success of his Netflix Series, "D.P" last August. Tons of new offers for roles have piled up on the actor's doorstep. Among them, the drama "Connect" might possibly be his next project. FNC Entertainment announced that Jung Hae-in has been offered the lead role in "Connect," which will … [Read more...] about Jung Hae-in Might Be Featured In Japanese Director Takashi Miike’s “Connect”