What is an ikemen? An ikemen is a good-looking man. Ikemen is a new word which appeared around the year 2000. It comes from Japanese ikeru, iketeru, "cool", "good", "exciting" and either men (メン), from English "men" or "men's" (menzu), or men (面) "face". See What are contracted words like rimokon? for more about Japanese contracted words. Another version of the word, … [Read more...] about 10 things that make an ‘ikemen’ (An attractive hot guy)
Top 10 Most Handsome Japanese Actors
A Japanese magazine recently conducted a survey on over 10 000 women and asked them to vote for the best Japanese actor with the perfect boyfriend look. 1. Takeuchi Ryoma Takeuchi Ryoma is a tall and handsome Japanese actor who is famous for his role in the Japanese drama, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. He was originally a fashion model who eventually debuted as an … [Read more...] about Top 10 Most Handsome Japanese Actors
Japanese mathematician gets validation for number theory solution
A proof by Japanese mathematician Shinichi Mochizuki of an over 30-year-old problem in number theory has obtained validation, Kyoto University said Friday following controversy over his theory often labeled as too novel and complicated to understand. The Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences of the university accepted for publication his 600-page proof of the abc … [Read more...] about Japanese mathematician gets validation for number theory solution
Japan’s “true love tester” bra won’t open unless he gets your heartbeat up
It’s a chastity belt for breasts! The “true love tester” bra is the world’s first scientifically engineered undergarment for women that actually reads your body’s signals. Ravijour, the company behind this peculiar product, touts the garment as “a revolutionary bra that knows how women truly feel.” It seems the bra cannot be unhooked without “true love” and will literally pop … [Read more...] about Japan’s “true love tester” bra won’t open unless he gets your heartbeat up
This 3-year-old has over 200,000 followers on Instagram because, well, she’s mega cute!
For some, the number of friends or followers one has on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter is an indication of one’s social status. If those little numbers on profile pages mean anything to you, this sweet little girl is basically a superstar, because she has over 200,000 followers on both Instagram and Facebook! Witness the cuteness of this super … [Read more...] about This 3-year-old has over 200,000 followers on Instagram because, well, she’s mega cute!
Japanese artist captures the beauty of Tokyo street scenes and cafes on coffee cups 【Pics】
When you’re travelling in a foreign city, the sights, sounds and aroma of your surroundings can be so beautiful that there’s an overwhelming desire to capture it in a way a photo never could. Next time you find yourself in this predicament, you might want to stop by a cafe and take out a pen like this artist, who captures the atmosphere of Tokyo beautifully with just some … [Read more...] about Japanese artist captures the beauty of Tokyo street scenes and cafes on coffee cups 【Pics】
These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
Honest to goodness paper mail is still going strong in Japan. If nothing else, we doubt it will ever be OK to send New Year’s Greeting cards electronically. How would Japan Post run their annual lottery otherwise? Thankfully, the post office keeps things entertaining for those of us who have to physically get to a box and drop our mail off to be sent. Here’s just a few of the … [Read more...] about These creative, fanciful post boxes from Japan will delight you in so many ways【Photos】
This umbrella looks like a giant condom for your head is free handed by Japanese company
Japan has an extremely convenient and efficient rail network, but in practice going out for the day involves not just riding, but plenty of walking. A 10-minute walk from your home to the nearest station is considered average, and after you get off the train, you’ve still got to hoof it to your final destination. This makes rainy days a pain in the butt. Using public … [Read more...] about This umbrella looks like a giant condom for your head is free handed by Japanese company
Hilariously awesome illustrations the Edo-Period Japanese book depicts U.S. history
It may not be historically accurate, but it’s one-hundred percent real! The Edo Period in Japan, from 1603 to 1868, was when the country was cut off from the rest of the world. Literature and illustrations made during that time period are a great insight into how people lived, thought, and even made snowmen back then. But toward the end of the Edo Period, Japan started … [Read more...] about Hilariously awesome illustrations the Edo-Period Japanese book depicts U.S. history
Top Five places to take unforgettable social media photos in Japan
Japan loves travel and photography, and so it’s only natural that the country’s social media accounts are filled with gorgeous snapshots of breathtaking views and beautiful sightseeing attractions. Of course, with cool things hiding around seemingly every corner in the country, budding shutterbugs can be spoiled for choices in Japan, and so online research group Snaplace has … [Read more...] about Top Five places to take unforgettable social media photos in Japan
Cosplayers to Watch: Ruu Matsutani (Photos and Interview)
Ruu Matsutani Like a ray of Florida sunshine, Ruu Matsutani owes her seemingly limitless energy and her cheerful disposition partly to her naturally positive outlook and partly to the inspiration she received from the world of Disney. She was already cosplaying in her college years, but after working part-time for four years at Disney in Japan and one year at Walt Disney Land … [Read more...] about Cosplayers to Watch: Ruu Matsutani (Photos and Interview)
Cafe in Japan Hires Paralyzed People to Control Robot Servers
A cafe with an all-robot staff controlled by paralyzed people has opened in Tokyo. The cafe, called Dawn ver.β, held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 26.Ten people with conditions like ALS and other spinal cord injuries are currently employed at Dawn, according to Sankei. From home, they operate the OriHime-D, a 120-centimeter (4-foot) robot that communicates, moves … [Read more...] about Cafe in Japan Hires Paralyzed People to Control Robot Servers