Hiroyuki Arakawa has been entrusted to oversee one of the Shinto religion’s shrines called torii. which is located beneath the surface of Japan’s Tateyama Bay. Over the decades, he got to know marine creatures who live around the shrine, and, most importantly, became buddies with a friendly Asian sheepshead wrasse named Yoriko. Their beautiful relationship was captured on … [Read more...] about This Japanese Diver Has Been Visiting His Best Friend Fish For 25 Years Now
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Japanese Flying Squirrel Is Possibly One Of The Cutest Animals In The World
Photo story| Have you ever seen these nice, small animals of fur? These are known as the Japanese flying squirrels, a little mammal that is capable of moving from branch to branch, because of their furry membrane (patagium) between the front and back legs. While these beautiful beasts do not fly, they can float 100 meters away. These outstanding skills help them to escape … [Read more...] about Japanese Flying Squirrel Is Possibly One Of The Cutest Animals In The World
The “ghost town problem” in Japan and how the Government is trying to resolve it.
Japan is trying to fix its 'ghost town' problem by attracting people to settle in the rural areas by offering them homes at $500! However, this is not enough to solve the problem. Look at the farmland in Wakayama, Japan. You will be shocked to know that more than 18% of homes are abandoned.In 2011, Uchiyama Seichi began re-evaluating his life. In March 2011, an earthquake … [Read more...] about The “ghost town problem” in Japan and how the Government is trying to resolve it.
Think before you ink if you work with kids
Reader PP is arriving in Japan soon to begin a stint as an assistant language teacher (ALT). He writes: “I am very interested in getting an irezumi (traditional tattoo) in Japan. Are there any artists that will tattoo a foreigner? If so, who and where? My interviewer for the teaching position tried to warn me that tattoos are a ‘no-no’. ” He goes on to describe a story he … [Read more...] about Think before you ink if you work with kids
How Japan came around on foreign workers
TOKYO -Come April some Japanese employers will be able to hire unskilled foreign workers, thanks to a recent policy shift by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's government. Japan is creating a new class of work permits valid for up to five years in the construction, nursing care and three other sectors. The program, designed to alleviate an acute labor shortage, marks a 180-degree … [Read more...] about How Japan came around on foreign workers
This Japanese Artist Makes The Most Elaborate Fruit Carvings Ever
These lovely patterns transform ordinary edibles into works of art. Fruits and veggies have never looked better. Crafted by Japanese artist Gaku, these patterns range from abstract to representational. We especially love the way her transforms bananas into dragons! Most of these patterns are derived from traditional Japanese patterns. For example, Gaku's carrot and … [Read more...] about This Japanese Artist Makes The Most Elaborate Fruit Carvings Ever
Japan Is Home To The Weirdest Stock Photos In The World
It doesn't matter how weird, unusual or downright bizarre something might be - you'll be able to find it in Japan. Here's a recent example for you, Sukima Nurse is Japanese a website that contains nothing more than photographs of a day in the life of a young and ever helpful nurse. But instead of the standard poses you'd expect in a stock photo library, these images … [Read more...] about Japan Is Home To The Weirdest Stock Photos In The World
This Woman’s Photos Of Japanese Hospital Food Are Real
Good food makes everything approximately 2,37 septillion times better. Yes, even giving birth. Recently, Imgurian jenkinsinjapan gave birth in Mito, Japan, and the hospital meals she had were so tasty, she just had to share them online. In the blink of an eye, her post went viral, leaving the entire internet drooling. “My c-section wasn’t planned so the food I got wasn’t … [Read more...] about This Woman’s Photos Of Japanese Hospital Food Are Real
This Japanese Model reveals her actual age, No one Believes
From the first glance, Risa Hirako looks like just another 20-something-year-old Instagram model, but the reality might surprise you. Risa is a Japanese model who shares her daily life and many selfies on Instagram with more than 200k followers. She is a beautiful girl with a cool sense of style, but that's not what's so unique about her. The most unbelievable fact about … [Read more...] about This Japanese Model reveals her actual age, No one Believes
At Honest Look At The Inside Of A Dirty Japanese Love Hotel
No matter what kind of unique or interesting location you can think of in the world, there's every chance that photographer Bob Thissen has already documented it or will be heading there soon. His photosets contain an incredible selection of images spanning 10 years from all 4 corners of the globe. He's photographed warships in France, car graveyards in Sweden, the soviet … [Read more...] about At Honest Look At The Inside Of A Dirty Japanese Love Hotel
“Crotch” Jewellery, The Most Uncomfortable Fashion Statement Yet
Has fashion gone too far? This weird new "crotch" jewelry phenomenon might just be the nail in the coffin. Known as the 'Beachtail', this statement piece from Japanese jewellery company Bodivas hangs from bikini bottoms and dangles awkwardly between your thighs. We're assuming the point of the 'Beachtail' is to highlight the wearer's thigh gap, but all we can think about … [Read more...] about “Crotch” Jewellery, The Most Uncomfortable Fashion Statement Yet
Traditional Japanese Art in French Tattoos
French artist Brindi was born to tattoo. Indeed, both of his parents are heavily tattooed and his father owns a tattoo and piercing shop. The respect and love Bridi has for this art are naturally linked to his family traditions and bonds. Konbini is introducing you to a whole spectrum of tattoo artists from all over the world. Custom designers specializing in every style … [Read more...] about Traditional Japanese Art in French Tattoos