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Japanese Bird That Looks Like A Flying Cotton Flower

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JAPAN| Many cute things have been seen all over the globe. We've seen everything from fluffier cats, to teacup birds who do splits! Today's star is a Long-Tailed Tit bird. It is the cutest thing on earth! They are adorable with their fluffy white feather coat and small, cute eyes. It's just that I want to hold it and give it lots of love! These tiny birds are quite common … [Read more...] about Japanese Bird That Looks Like A Flying Cotton Flower

Israeli soldiers spark controversy for evocative poses

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Israeli soldiers were criticized for uploading “naughty” poses after hundreds of people lost their lives in a conflict near Gaza. The videos uploaded onto social media show that young Israeli soldiers are wearing seductive outfits dancing with weapons by their sides. Natalia Dadeevy, a Tiktok account holder, shares that she is a substitute soldier of the Israeli Arms … [Read more...] about Israeli soldiers spark controversy for evocative poses

The Unlikely Success Story of a Man Who Gets Paid to Do Nothing

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A 37-year-old Japanese man has built a successful career by renting himself out to do nothing. For some reason, he is inundated with requests from people who just want him by their side. In just two years, Shoji Morimoto has gone from being just another unemployed middle-aged man in Tokyo, to a minor Japanese celebrity, with over 270,000 Twitter followers, appearances on … [Read more...] about The Unlikely Success Story of a Man Who Gets Paid to Do Nothing

DNA study traces origins of Japanese to Paleolithic man

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Modern Japanese appear to be genetically descended from the Paleolithic Minatogawa people, according to DNA analysis of human remains in Okinawa Prefecture dating from 20,000 years ago. According to current mainstream theory, Japanese have mixed origins in the Jomon people known for their distinctive pottery culture (c. 14500 B.C.-1000 B.C.) and the Yayoi people with their … [Read more...] about DNA study traces origins of Japanese to Paleolithic man

You Can Now Rent Fat People In Japan

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A new Japanese service is drawing attention for allowing both individuals and companies to rent out “fat people” for 2,000 yen ($18) per hour. Renting people for various purposes isn’t anything new in Japan. From renting someone to befriend your cheating partner’s lover and convince them to back off, to renting middle-aged men for company, the offers vary a lot and starting … [Read more...] about You Can Now Rent Fat People In Japan

The 12 Japanese Models You Need To Know

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Popular for its own boundary-pushing ethos, the Japanese fashion world is actually making waves on the global stage. So, unsurprisingly Japanese models are actually also catching the world's focus. Along with more and more fashion brands welcoming diversity by showcasing models of all of shapes, sizes as well as ethnic backgrounds, Japanese ladies have end up being runway … [Read more...] about The 12 Japanese Models You Need To Know

Japanese “Cosplay Queen” Shocks Fans by Revealing That She Is Actually a Man

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A popular Japanese cosplayer known for transforming herself into real-life versions of hot female anime characters, recently came out as a man who uses makeup, wigs and various accessories to achieve a shockingly feminine look. With over 65,000 followers on Twitter, and several other thousands on Instagram, Rei Dunois can safely be described as a fairly popular female … [Read more...] about Japanese “Cosplay Queen” Shocks Fans by Revealing That She Is Actually a Man

Japanese Stationery Company Develops Translucent Eraser

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The rubber eraser is said to be roughly 250 years old. But for all its old age, the partner to any pencil has always had one major flaw. You can’t see what you’re erasing. Until today. Osaka-based stationery company Seed, who has been making erasers since the 1950s, has developed a translucent eraser. Seed says they came up with the concept of a clear eraser 5 years ago. … [Read more...] about Japanese Stationery Company Develops Translucent Eraser

After Being Silent For Decades, Japan Now Speaks Up About Taiwan — And Angers China

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SEOUL | Japan is making a significant shift in its position on Taiwan, one of Asia's most contentious issues.Mainland China and Taiwan were divided in 1949 during a civil conflict. Beijing has vowed unification with Taiwan -by force if necessary.To deter such an action, the Biden administration relies on Japan and its allies. Japan has held the Taiwan issue as too … [Read more...] about After Being Silent For Decades, Japan Now Speaks Up About Taiwan — And Angers China

Japanese Schoolgirls Show Off 82 Sumo Wrestling Techniques In Uniform

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JAPAN| Although there are many ways to win sumo bouts, these two women show what are considered the 82 official winning strategies.We've seen Japanese schoolgirls throw down with sumo wrestlers before in order to get their hands on some ramen, but this promotional video for the 101st iteration of the Kanazawa High School Sumo Tournament may be the fiercest combination of … [Read more...] about Japanese Schoolgirls Show Off 82 Sumo Wrestling Techniques In Uniform

Belarusian Olympic sprinter Seeks Refuge in Japan, Fearing Jail at Home

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TOKYO| A Belarusian sprinter said Sunday that she was under the protection of the Japanese police after her country’s Olympic Committee tried, but failed, to forcibly send her home after she criticized her coaches for registering her for the wrong event. The sprinter, Kristina Timanovskaya, announced Sunday evening on Instagram that she had sought protection in Japan … [Read more...] about Belarusian Olympic sprinter Seeks Refuge in Japan, Fearing Jail at Home