Are you in need of a nap before you fly? Airports have couches and chairs with cushions; however, Narita International Airport is a bit more comfortable in its hotel in the airport. If you want to rest well, you can stay in the airport capsule hotels created by the famous capsule hotel chain … [Read more...] about Narita Airport Has The World’s First Capsule Hotel Within An Airport
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Japanese deliveryman continues working despite losing a finger
In Japan, where the term "karoshi" or death by overwork, was coined, some workers will go to great lengths to complete their tasks. Recently, a deliveryman in Kyoto continued with his job despite losing the tip of his finger on the way. The police found his severed fingertip on a street in Maizuru … [Read more...] about Japanese deliveryman continues working despite losing a finger
Tokyo ramen restaurant bans customers from using their phones
Customers at DEBU-CHAN, a ramen restaurant located in Tokyo's fiercely competitive "ramen battlefield," are no longer allowed to watch videos on their phones while dining. The restaurant's owner, Kota Kai, introduced this new rule last month after he observed that customers who watched videos … [Read more...] about Tokyo ramen restaurant bans customers from using their phones
How Japan Inherited The Raccoon Infestation Through A Children’s Book
Raccoons today are considered a menace in Japan and are known for rummaging around in trash as well as stealing merchandise from merchants, eating crops, and even harming the historical Japanese temples due to their sharp claws as well as their poop. However, their poop-filled invasion began in … [Read more...] about How Japan Inherited The Raccoon Infestation Through A Children’s Book
7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds
Japan has great reverence for animals, and dogs are certainly no exception. For the Japanese, dogs are thought of as national treasures. Though the native breeds of Japan can be traced back thousands of years, 7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds considered rare even in Japan, making them even more special. … [Read more...] about 7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds
No-one Recognizes Travis Scott During His Cringe Face Reveal In Japan
Travis Scott is viral again, and not for the right reasons, following a video of him not being recognized in Japan that was posted online. The video posted on Twitter shows Scott presumably 'expecting' to be surrounded by fans for pictures.The video has more than 13.3 million views as of writing, … [Read more...] about No-one Recognizes Travis Scott During His Cringe Face Reveal In Japan
Half of unmarried under-30s in Japan don’t want kids, says report.
A recent survey conducted by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co. revealed that around half of unmarried individuals aged 18 to 29 in Japan do not want to have children. The study, which involved 400 participants, showed that 49.4 percent of respondents cited economic concerns and the burden of parenting as the … [Read more...] about Half of unmarried under-30s in Japan don’t want kids, says report.
How to Get a Permanent Resident Visa in Japan.
Maybe you, a foreign national, like Japan so much that you want to keep on living in Japan permanently. To do this, you will need a Permanent Resident visa. This visa allows unlimited duration for your stay, meaning you don't have to keep on renewing your visa (however, you have to renew your … [Read more...] about How to Get a Permanent Resident Visa in Japan.
Cute Japanese Couple Has Been Dressing In Matching Outfits For 38 Years
While some people struggle to find a pair of socks that match, this coordinated couple from Japan effortlessly match their clothes, and as you can see from these pictures, the resulting outfits are eye-catchingly awesome. They go by the name bonpon511 on Instagram (a combination of their names, plus … [Read more...] about Cute Japanese Couple Has Been Dressing In Matching Outfits For 38 Years
Japanese Grandma Sews Granddaughter’s Ripped Jeans And The Reactions Are Adorable
The history of jeans is something people are regretting very hard. There were times when jeans used to be whole, i.e with no holes on them! Nowadays, too many people own a pair of ripped jeans. The truth is, they are downright fashionable and cool, but not everyone understands that. One Japanese … [Read more...] about Japanese Grandma Sews Granddaughter’s Ripped Jeans And The Reactions Are Adorable
Top 5 Japanese winter foods【Well-Fed Top Five】
Winter: stay warm inside with some of these cold-weather treats. A few months ago we looked at the top five Japanese autumn foods, and now that we’re officially well into winter it only seems appropriate to have another Well-Fed Top Five, this time looking at what specialties Japanese people look … [Read more...] about Top 5 Japanese winter foods【Well-Fed Top Five】
Pepsi Flavors You Can Only Buy In Japan
As we live in an increasingly global world, it can be difficult to find cultural products that are truly unique to certain countries. Fortunately, in Japan, there are food and drinks options that cannot be found anywhere else. In terms of food, there are certainly varieties of sushi that other … [Read more...] about Pepsi Flavors You Can Only Buy In Japan