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Richest People in Japan: Top 30 Billionaires in Japan 2023

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Japan has a strong economy and a vibrant business landscape that has produced some of the wealthiest individuals in the world. As of 2023, there are 30 billionaires from Japan on Forbes' annual ranking of the world's richest people. These successful business leaders come from a range of industries and have contributed to Japan's global economic influence. Richest People in … [Read more...] about Richest People in Japan: Top 30 Billionaires in Japan 2023

America Is Falling In Love With Japanese Kei Trucks

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Japanese innovations have captivated the world for years; however, with all the latest technology and innovative designs, no one would believe that the newest thing to create a stir in other countries is an ordinary Japanese Kei trucks that comes straight from the highways of Japan. The Kei truck is a tiny vehicle popular across Asia and has gained much attention throughout … [Read more...] about America Is Falling In Love With Japanese Kei Trucks

Ossan Rental : Japanese Middle-Aged Men for Hire

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Takanobu Nishimoto is the owner of a unique business. The Straits Times reported that the fashion expert of 50 years old created an online platform named "Ossan Rental" in 2012 from his residence in Tokyo. "Ossan" is a somewhat insulting term for "uncles" or middle-aged men. At just 1,000 Japanese Yen, the equivalent of $6.84 per hour, people using Nishimoto's service … [Read more...] about Ossan Rental : Japanese Middle-Aged Men for Hire

See What Its Like To Live In A 450$/Month Unit In Tokyo

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Ryan's fascination with the Land of the Rising Sun began when he was in second grade. He started to become interested in maps of Japan, its history and culture, and its famous landmarks. Crouse revealed to Insider that he was deeply in love with Japan by the time he reached 9th grade. The youngster was constantly watching anime and was amazed by YouTubers that had moved to … [Read more...] about See What Its Like To Live In A 450$/Month Unit In Tokyo

Japanese Fish That Beat Pokémon Sapphire Passes Away

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The fans mourn the death of Lala, the fish who discovered the Pokémon glitch that no human would have within the past 20 years. With the series' colossal popularity and accessible difficulty level, many people have beat the Pokémon video game. Therefore, a Japanese player, Lala defeating Pokémon Sapphire could not be that noteworthy...except because Lala's a fish.Lala is a … [Read more...] about Japanese Fish That Beat Pokémon Sapphire Passes Away

Japan’s Top 3 Cat Islands

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It could be excellent for you to be around cats if you're a cat lover. However, would you believe that there are certain Japanese islands with a higher cat population than the human population? Cat and kitten faces are the cutest thing ever. Japan is renowned for its cuteness. Ehime Prefecture's Aoshima Perhaps the most well-known cat island in Japan is Aoshima. Because more … [Read more...] about Japan’s Top 3 Cat Islands

Japanese Man Spends 2 Million Yen For A Realistic Dog Costume

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A Japanese man spent around 2,000,000 yen ($15,791) for an actual border collie outfit because he wanted to dress like the dog he loves most. The man, whose name is only known as Toko, has hired a Japanese company known as Zeppet, which is known for its models and sculptures for movies and commercials.Zeppet was said to have taken 40 days to create the costume. Toko had to … [Read more...] about Japanese Man Spends 2 Million Yen For A Realistic Dog Costume

Japan Railway Launched A Trial To Test Pet Friendly Bullet Trains

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To have your furry best friend in one of Japan's most famous Shinkansen trains headed to a stunning holiday town sounds wonderful to everyone's ears. For the first time, 21 pets were permitted to run free in a pet-friendly train on Saturday as part of the Japan Railways (JR) test run. Dogs usually have to travel in a carrier when they ride the trains with high speeds racing … [Read more...] about Japan Railway Launched A Trial To Test Pet Friendly Bullet Trains

Japanese Study Finds That Cats Can Recognize The Names Of Their Owners’ And Other Cats

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According to a new study in Japan, cats can learn and identify each other's names from their companions. After studying 48 cats who lived with at least two other pets, scientists at Kyoto University made the discovery.The study used cognitive decoding to determine the cognitive abilities of cats. All cats were shown a photo of a cat they shared with, and the cats' responses … [Read more...] about Japanese Study Finds That Cats Can Recognize The Names Of Their Owners’ And Other Cats

Dog Trainer Comes Up With “Poop Posts” To Promote Pet Friendly City

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A dog trainer from the northeastern region of Japan has decided to dedicate herself to creating a town more pet-friendly by putting up "poop posts" for owners to dispose of their dog's poo. Akari Tanaka, 37 years old, a citizen of Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, hopes that her initiative will create a better society that allows people to live comfortably with their pets. … [Read more...] about Dog Trainer Comes Up With “Poop Posts” To Promote Pet Friendly City